Project Overview

UDOT is making improvements and repairs to 5600 West. These improvements include:

• Widening the roadway and adding additional lanes of traffic in both directions.
• Upgrades to various intersections.
• Building a new bridge over the Union Pacific Railroad tracks.
• Reconfiguring the interchange at I-80.
• Residents, businesses and commuters can expect traffic restrictions, construction equipment in the area, and an increase in noise, dust, and vibration.

Construction Update

UDOT is committed to the safety and quality of life of all Utahns. As such, UDOT is responsibly limiting in person interactions and respecting worker's distances as we perform work. For the latest in state directives and efforts to keep Utah safe please visit coronavirus.utah.gov.

Construction Activities*

• Crews will continue working on the new bridge over the UPRR crossing between 700 S and 1100 S.
• Traffic along the corridor will continue to be shifted at various points due to construction activities. Use caution when traveling and watch for traffic control devices, and crews working in and near the roadway.
• Work will continue on roadway shoulders for the entire length of the project.
• Utility companies will continue work at various points within the project corridor including intersections, roadway shoulders, and occasionally in the roadway.
• Work zone reduced speed in place. Please respect posted speed limits for the safety of crews working in the area.
• The Mountain View Corridor (MVC) Project will continue adjacent to this project. For more information on the MVC project you can click here.

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

Due to schedule, material, and other concerns from the COVID-19 pandemic the anticipated completion date has shifted to the end of 2021. 

To receive project email updates, send an email to 5600westimproved@utah.gov with “Updates” as the subject. 

5600 West Public Involvement Team
Email: 5600westimproved@utah.gov
Hotline: 855-663-6800