Construction Update

May 9, 2024

Ongoing Activities

• Work Hours: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Fall 2024.
• Alternating one-way traffic is now in effect and controlled by temporary traffic signals around the clock. Be prepared to stop. Expect delays of up to 20 minutes. Remember not to stop or park between the two temporary signals.
• Construction crews are active along the northwest shoulder between mileposts 7 and 10. They are conducting excavation work, upgrading sewer lines, and clearing the work area.
• Be alert for stopped vehicles in your lane and be prepared for reduced speeds due to narrowed lanes and limited visibility. Maintain a safe following distance and adhere to the posted speed limit.

Keep these details in mind for a safe and seamless drive through the construction zone.

Project Background

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is constructing a new truck escape ramp on Powder Mountain Road (SR-158) west of Powder Mountain Resort. This system utilizes a series of cable nets to stop runaway trucks, providing drivers with a safe alternative in the event they lose their brakes while descending the steep canyon.

Contact the Team

If you are interested in joining our mailing list to receive weekly construction activity updates, contact our team using the information below:

Project Hotline - 800-292-3557

Email - sr158safetyproject@utah.gov

Project Website: https://publicinput.com/sr158safetyproject

There are several other regional projects taking place this construction season.

For the latest information regarding this and other UDOT construction

projects, download the free UDOT Traffic app on any iPhone or

Android device or visit udottraffic.utah.gov.