Airport TRAX Line Construction Update

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Construction progress continues on the 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. 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 (888) 800-8854.



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, construction is not taking place.



Upcoming Construction: Heavier construction is anticipated Summer 2009.



Traffic Impacts: Currently, there are no traffic impacts.



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: Currently, crews are working near 2400 West and the airport fence line to clear the way for TRAX. Access is being maintained through this area.



Upcoming Construction: Construction near 2400 West and the airport fence line will continue as crews stabilize the soil in preparation for the guideway embankment.



Traffic Impacts: Access is being maintained.



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 side of the road to the center of North Temple.



Current Construction: Currently, construction is not taking place.



Upcoming Construction: Heavier construction is anticipated Fall 2009.



Traffic Impacts: Currently, there are no traffic impacts.



Reach 4

Reach Description: Reach 4 extends from I-215 to just east of Redwood Road on North Temple. TRAX will be center running and will include a station located at approximately 1950 West. Access to the many businesses and governmental organizations will be maintained.



Current Construction: Currently, construction is not taking place.



Upcoming Construction: Heavier construction is anticipated Spring 2010.



Traffic Impacts: Currently, there are no traffic impacts.



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: Currently, construction is not taking place.



Upcoming Construction: Heavier construction is anticipated Spring 2010.



Traffic Impacts: Currently, there are no traffic impacts.



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: Currently, construction is not taking place.



Upcoming Construction: Construction will begin on the Jordan River Bridge after the State Fair in September. The majority of heavier construction is anticipated Spring 2010.



Traffic Impacts: Currently, there are no traffic impacts.



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, proceeding to South Temple. Access to offices and the Gateway will be maintained.



Current Construction: Currently, construction is not taking place.



Upcoming Construction: Heavier construction is anticipated Winter 2010.



Traffic Impacts: Currently, there are no traffic impacts.






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 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) 800-8854.



For More Information

Timely and helpful information is available to assist business and residential communities, as well as commuters and stakeholders.



If you have questions or comments regarding the project, please contact our toll-free 24-hour hotline at (888) 800-8854 or e-mail tcamp@rideuta.com. You can also visit UTA’s Web site at www.rideuta.com.



Please note that construction information provided is subject to change.