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Construction Update

July 15, 2024

Upcoming Activities

As early as July 17 and lasting through the end of July, crews will be drilling sign bases at the three locations where the overhead signs will be installed.

Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared for sudden stopping traffic within the work zone.

6200 South Sign Location Map

Approx 3200 E 6200 S

Wasatch Blvd Sign location map

Approx 7650 S Wastach Blvd

9400 South Sign location map

Approx 1770 E 9400 S

Continuing Activities

Crews continue trenching in and near the three work zones for conduit to supply power to the signs.

Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared for sudden stopping traffic within the work zone.

Project Overview

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) will install three overhead variable message signs (VMS) on roadways that lead to the Cottonwood Canyons. Additional signs are being installed with chain up requirements. Once installed, these signs will provide up-to-date traffic conditions in both Big and Little Cottonwood Canyon.


This information will assist motorists and visitors to the Cottonwood Canyons on the best location for parking and transit and ease traffic by providing early traffic information so motorists can make travelling decisions prior to entering the canyons.

Project Overview Map

Project Overview Map

Know before you go! Check UDOT Traffic before hitting the road. 

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Contact the Team

This project has a dedicated Public Involvement Team to answer questions or concerns you may have throughout the duration of construction. If you are interested in joining our mailing list to receive weekly construction activity updates, please reach out to our team at the contact information below.


Project Hotline - 855-925-2801 Project #7135

Email - cottonwoodsigns@utah.gov

Project Website - www.udotinput.utah.gov/cottonwoodsigns