Mid-Jordan Light Rail TRAX Construction Update*
(3/12/2010 - 3/19/2010)
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E-Mail: mid-jordanline@hwlochner.com
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Mid-Jordan Light Rail TRAX Construction Update: March 12, 2010
*This schedule is subject to change due to weather, materials issues, or unanticipated utility conflicts.
*UPDATE: The Jordan River Parkway Trail closure has been postponed another week. The trail will be open again this week, but will close from March 22 through April 5.
*REMINDER: Please use caution when approaching railroad crossings throughout the project area. Crews and equipment travel on the rails frequently.
The Mid-Jordan TRAX line is a 10.6 mile light rail line connecting the communities of Murray, Midvale, West Jordan and South Jordan with the existing Sandy/Salt Lake TRAX line. It runs from the existing TRAX line at 6400 South to approximately 7400 South, then turns west along the Bingham Branch of the Union Pacific Railroad. At 5600 West, the line turns south again and ends at the southern end of the Daybreak development. For construction purposes, the line has been segmented into five sections. The map below shows each section in a different color, beginning with Daybreak on the southwest end and ending with Cottonwood at the northeast end.
Do you have questions about the new TRAX line? Come to the Mid-Jordan TRAX Line Open House. Project information and exhibits will be available, including maps and fact sheets, and UTA representatives will be on hand to answer your questions. For more information, please contact the project hotline at (888) 550-2211.
Daybreak Area
(This segment runs north through the Daybreak development to Old Bingham HIghway at approximately 5600 West)
The station canopies are being fabricated and installed at the two Daybreak stations. Light poles and curbing are being installed at the 5600 West park & ride lot, and OCS testing continues.
Sugar Factory Area
(This segment continues northeast along the UPRR Bingham Branch from approximately Bangerter Highway to Gardner Village)
Track and signal work continues along this segment. Installation of OCS poles is moving forward. Grading will take place at the 2700 West park & ride, and construction continues on the sound wall between 2700 West and 2200 West. Prior to the crossing construction at Redwood Road, crews will install a new storm drain under the west side of the road next weekend.
NEW ACTIVITY: Storm drain installation at the Redwood Road grade crossing.
TRAFFIC IMPACT: The two outer southbound lanes (on the west side of the street) will be closed Saturday, March 20 through Sunday, March 21.
ACTIVITY: Sound wall construction continues between 2700 W and 2200 W.
TRAFFIC IMPACT: Sugar Factory Road will be reduced to one lane intermittently between 2700 W and 2200 W. Flaggers will be present.
Old Bingham Area
(This segment runs parallel to the existing UnionPacific Railroad Bingham Branch line, along the Old Bigham Highway from appoximately 5600 West to Bangerter Highway)
Installation of the sound wall south of Old Bingham Highway and west of Bangerter Highway is not yet complete, but will resume in early April. Fill work is scheduled at the 4800 West station platform. Track, signal and OCS work also continues throughout this segment.
Gardner Village Area
(This segment continues along the UPRR Bingham Branch northeast from Gardner Village to 700 West)
Pile driving at the new Jordan River Bridge begins today and continues next week. Cyclists and pedestrians using the Jordan Valley Parkway Trail will be detoured during daytime hours and the trail will be closed to all traffic from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily. Grading and storm drain installation is scheduled at the Gardner Village Park and Ride lot this week.
Cottonwood Area
(This segment extends north from 700 West along the existing light rail alignment to its terminus as the 6400 South- Fashion Place Station)
Construction activities are concentrated at UTA’s Lovendahl Yard next week. Crews continue to install track, switches, OCS poles, and signal and electrical equipment.
NEW ACTIVITY: Excavation and grading for construction of new track east of the UPRR portal.
TRAFFIC IMPACT: Beginning March 17, Meyers Lane will be permanently closed to all traffic south of Winchester Street.
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 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday. Additionally, specific activities may require different working hours depending upon 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 (888) 550-2211.
For More Information
Timely and helpful information is available to assist business and residential communities as well as commuters and stakeholders.
If you have questions or comments regarding the project, please contact our toll-free 24-hour hotline at (888) 550-2211 or e-mail mid-jordanline@hwlochner.com. You can also visit UTA’s Web site at www.rideuta.com.