Airport Light Rail TRAX Construction Update*
(11/20/2009 - 11/27/2009)
Welcome!
Construction has begun on the UTA Airport TRAX Line. To keep business and traffic impacts to a minimum, this six-mile project has been separated into seven construction “reaches,” or segments, for management and planning purposes. The map below shows each construction reach in a different color, starting with Reach 1 in dark red by the airport and ending with Reach 7 in light green on the east end of the project.
A description of what is happening in each area is listed below. If you need further construction information, please call our toll-free 24-hour hotline at (800) 888-8854.
*This schedule is subject to change due to weather, materials issues, or unanticipated utility conflicts.
Reach 1
Reach Description:
Reach 1 is the area that extends from Terminal One at the Salt Lake City International Airport on the side of the Airport Access Road to the surplus canal bridge just north of the Wingpointe Golf Course.
Current Construction:
Currently, TRAX construction is not taking place in Reach 1.
Upcoming Construction:
Heavier construction is anticipated Spring 2010.
Traffic Impacts:
At times there will be a right lane restriction along Bangerter Highway just north of the I-80 off ramp entering the Airport. Minimal delays should be expected.
Reach 2
Reach Description:
Reach 2 extends from the surplus canal bridge just north of the Wingpointe Golf Course along the Airport Access Road fence line to 2400 West.
Current Construction:
Work on the storm drain near the surplus canal continues throughout this month.
Crews are also installing a 6’ retaining wall.
Upcoming Construction:
Pile driving for surplus canal bridge is scheduled to begin early December.
Traffic Impacts:
Access is being maintained throughout work areas. Please obey posted speed limits.
Reach 3
Reach Description:
Reach 3 extends from 2400 West along North Temple to I-215. This is the reach where TRAX will move from the north side of the road to the center of North Temple.
Current Construction:
Currently, TRAX construction is not taking place in Reach 3.
Upcoming Construction:
Construction is anticipated to begin between 2400 West and I-215 toward the last week of December. Crews will be installing underground utilities at this time. As we get closer to actual construction, we will meet with all the businesses to discuss the upcoming work plan.
Traffic Impacts:
Currently, there are no traffic impacts in Reach 3.
Reach 4
Reach Description:
Reach 4 extends from I-215 to just east of Redwood Road on North Temple. TRAX will be center running in this reach and will include a station located at approximately 1950 West. Access to the many businesses and governmental organizations will be maintained.
Current Construction:
Currently, TRAX construction is not taking place in Reach 4.
Upcoming Construction:
Heavier construction is anticipated Spring 2010.
Traffic Impacts:
Currently, there are no traffic impacts in Reach 3.
Reach 5
Reach Description:
Reach 5 extends from just east of Redwood Road on North Temple to the Jordan River. TRAX will be center running and includes a station at 1500 West. Access to the many businesses and office complexes will be maintained.
Current Construction:
Progress continues on the Jordan River Bridge. Crews are constructing the bridge half at a time to maintain one lane of traffic in both directions. This work is expected to take place for approximately eight months.
Crews continue to drive steel piles into the ground with the assistance of a crane at the Jordan River Bridge. This work is scheduled to take place over the next three weeks between the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is possible that some businesses and residences will experience noise as a result of this work; however, we will take precautions to minimize impacts as much as possible. Please call the hotline at 888-800-8854 if you have concerns.
Crews are forming and pouring the bridge abutments, retaining wall, and pier encasements. This work will continue for approximately one month.
Traffic Impacts:
Traffic management will be in place for approximately eight months near the Jordan River Bridge. Traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.
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| Reach 5 - Steel pile near the Jordan River Bridge has been driven into the earth and is now being cut to tip elevation for the bridge abutment. |
Reach 6
Reach Description:
Reach 6 extends from the Jordan River to I-15 along North Temple. TRAX will be center running and will include two stations located at approximately 1100 West and 800 West. Access to the many businesses and the State Fairpark will be maintained.
Current Construction:
Traffic management extends into Reach 6 due to work taking place on the Jordan River Bridge. However, access is being maintained.
Upcoming Construction:
The majority of heavier construction is anticipated Spring 2010.
Traffic Impacts:
Traffic management will be in place for approximately eight months near the Jordan River Bridge. Traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.
Reach 7
Reach Description:
Reach 7 is the area where the Airport Line will connect with the current north/south TRAX Line at the Arena Station. This reach extends from I-15 to 400 West along North Temple and turns south on 400 West to South Temple. Access to offices and the Gateway will be maintained throughout the construction project.
Current Construction:
Currently, TRAX construction is not taking place in Reach 7.
Upcoming Construction:
Utility work is scheduled to begin along 400 West in mid-January 2010.
Construction is anticipated to begin on the North Temple viaduct between 300 West and 600 West Spring 2010 and last until Fall 2011.
We will meet with businesses and post more information as we get closer to doing this work.
Traffic Impacts:
Currently, there are no traffic impacts in Reach 7.
General Information
Access during Construction
UTA is committed to maintaining 24-hour access to all of the businesses and residences along the construction corridor. We will coordinate with businesses in cases where access may be temporarily limited.
Construction Hours
Construction is permitted to take place between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Additionally, specific activities may require different working hours depending upon the conditions and will be coordinated with city officials.
Construction Tours
If you are interested in learning more about the construction project please call our toll-free 24-hour hotline at (800) 888-8854.
For More Information
Timely and helpful information is available to assist business and residential communities as well as commuters and stakeholders.
If you have further questions not answered by this report or any comments or issues regarding the project please contact toll-free 24-hour hotline at (800) 888-8854 or e-mail tcamp@rideuta.com.