The new road will be constructed in phases and is a freeway connecting to SR-138 near Sheep Lane in Erda and into I-80, mile post 94.4, approximately three miles west of the current interchange at Lakepoint.
OVERVIEW
To keep Utah moving, UDOT is working with Tooele County to design and construct a new connection to Interstate 80 (I-80) in the middle of the Tooele Valley. This new corridor, known as the Midvalley Highway (S.R. 179), will provide a direct connection from State Route 138 (S.R. 138) to I-80.
Phase 1 will include a single lane in each direction built to provide a long-term transportation solution that can scale as future capacity needs and funding are identified.
Construction began in the fall of 2019 and is expected to last two years.
The Midvalley Highway project will use $74.4 million dollars in state funds that cover costs associated with environmental evaluation, design and construction.
PROJECT BENEFITS
The Midvalley Highway is intended to provide Tooele residents with better access to I-80 and alleviate congestion at the S.R. 36 interchange and along S.R. 36. Constructing the Midvalley Highway is part of UDOT’s long-term transportation planning initiative in Tooele County to improve traffic conditions for a growing population. The current phase of the Midvalley Highway will be 4.5 miles in length and will include the following features:
New Interchange at I-80
New two-lane freeway
New intersection at Sheep Lane
Project Update
/0 Comments/in Construction Updates /by pennapowersWith construction season coming to end, the Midvalley Highway project crews have begun winter shutdown. While crews will not be actively working through the winter months, we completed key elements of the project in anticipation for completion estimated Fall 2021.
While crews will not be actively working during the winter months as the settlement process occurs, we urge all motorists to continue to use caution while driving through the project area. The current traffic configuration will be in place through the completion of the project. Please obey all posted speeds and traffic signage for your safety and that of our crews who will be on the job at various times during the shutdown.
The project hotline and email will continue to be monitored during the winter shut-down. Feel free to reach us at the contact information below. You can also follow us on Facebook for project updates and updates regarding all Tooele Valley UDOT projects.
Midvalley Hotline: 435-557-0409
Midvalley Project email: midvalley@utah.gov
UDOT Tooele Valley Projects Facebook