Overview

Overview

Starting as early as Monday, March 16, 2026, the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is continuing a sidewalk construction project along the south side of SR-171 (3500 South) from Wing Pointe Drive (7615 West) to Magnolia Street (7495 West). Work includes building a new sidewalk to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility and promote walkability, and may include related curb and gutter and drainage improvements.

Schedule 

Construction activity will take place Monday through Friday with some weekend work possible, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The public is encouraged to visit the UDOT Traffic website or app at udottraffic.utah.gov for current closure status and construction activities.    

What to Expect 

  • Construction began on Monday, March 23, 2026. and will continue until as late as early May.

  • Construction activity will take place Monday through Friday with some weekend work possible, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  • Potential lane closures/traffic control changes (check UDOT Traffic/App for real-time impacts.)

  • Noise, dust, and construction equipment in the area during work hours.

  • Heavy equipment, support vehicles, and crew members are in the area.

  • We’ll coordinate directly with homeowners and property owners on any driveway/access impacts.

  • Drivers should follow marked traffic patterns during construction.

Project Map 

A map of SR-171 (3500 S) with the construction area highlighted between Magnolia St (W 7495 S) to Wing Pointe Dr (7615 W).

Key Highlights 

  • Repairing the sidewalk.
  • Enhanced curb and gutter.
  • Improve drainage.
  • Provide a pedestrian safe walking area away from travel lanes.

Project Timeline

Construction Start: March 23, 2026 

Construction End: Anticipated early May 2026

Schedule

Project Timeline

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Construction: Winter 2026 to Spring 2026

Construction Timeline: March 23, 2026 and is expected to last until May 2026

Work Hours: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Workdays: Monday - Friday

Schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions and material availability.

 

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Design: Fall 2024 to Winter 2025

 Kickoff & Maintenance / Pre-Construction Site Visits

Join our mailing list! Email us at SR171sidewalks@utah.gov to receive updates about the project.

The project team is here to help. Please call or email with any questions or comments.

Hotline: 385-663-6800

Email: SR171sidewalks@utah.gov

 

*Construction schedules are subject to change due to weather, utility, material and equipment delays.

 

Project impacts to travel can be found on the UDOT Traffic Website, www.udot.utah.gov/traffic or by downloading the UDOT Traffic app. 

Stay Informed

To receive weekly construction updated, please contact the public informaiton team at the email address above and enter "Weekly Updates" in the subject line.