Mid Jordan TRAX Construction Update

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Mid-Jordan Line Construction Update: October 2, 2009*

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*This schedule is subject to change due to weather, materials issues, or unanticipated utility conflicts.



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.

Daybreak Area

(This segment runs north through the Daybreak development to Old Bingham Highway at approximately 5600 West)



Crews are currently installing the station platforms and the overhead catenary (power) systems in the Daybreak area.








Old Bingham Area

(This segment runs parallel to the existing Union Pacific Railroad Bingham Branch line,

along the Old Bingham Highway from approximately 5600 West to Bangerter Highway)

Curb and gutter work as well as paving continues at the Park and Ride station near 4800 West.



UPDATED Activity: Paving at 9000 South and the trackway located near Old Bingham Highway. Traffic Impacts: 9000 South will be subject to lane shifts through 10/3 (Saturday) to accommodate paving.



UPDATED Activity: Roadway reconstruction near Old Bingham Highway (approximately 9400 South). Traffic Impacts: 4800 West will be subject to a lane shift near Old Bingham Highway through 10/10 (Saturday) to accommodate crews working in the shoulder.



Activity: Traffic signal foundation work. Traffic Impacts: Old Bingham Highway at 5200 West will be subject to a traffic shift through 10/2 (Friday) to accommodate crews working in the shoulder.



UPDATED Activity: Bangerter bridge median restoration. Traffic Impacts: The median on Bangerter Highway near the bridge at approximately 8710 South remains closed through October to accommodate median restoration work.



Activity: Please be aware that flagging operations will be taking place intermittently through 2009 at 4800 West near Old Bingham Highway to accommodate construction vehicles. Please note that left turns are allowed from the through lane; please follow flagger’s instructions.



Activity: Please be aware that flagging operations will be taking place intermittently through 2009 at Wasatch Meadows Drive near Old Bingham Highway to accommodate construction vehicles. Please note that left turns are allowed from the through lane; please follow flagger’s instructions.



Activity: Please be aware that flagging operations will be taking place intermittently through 2009 at 5200 West and the railway to accommodate construction vehicles.



Activity: Utility work is currently ongoing. Traffic Impacts: Shoulder work with possible lane restrictions.

Sugar Factory Area

(This segment continues northeast along the UPRR Bingham Branch from approximately Bangerter
Highway to Gardner Village)

Crews are working in the next few weeks to finish the soundwall between the Utah/Salt Lake Canal and 2700 West.



NEW Activity: Utility work. Traffic Impacts: Redwood Road at approximately 8000 South will be subject to two outside lane closures in each direction on 10/10-10/11 (Saturday-Sunday). Sidewalks will also be closed during this time for safety reasons. Please plan accordingly and use an alternate route.



NEW Activity: Shoulder work. Traffic Impacts: Jordan Valley Way near the tracks may be subject to lane shifts to accommodate crews working in the shoulder through 10/23 (Friday). Please use caution when driving through the construction zone.



UPDATED Activity: Bridge work over Bangerter Highway (approximately 8700 South). Traffic Impacts: Bangerter Highway will be subject to a one center lane closure in each direction 10/8- 10/9 (Thursday-Friday).



Activity: Please be aware that flagging operations will be taking place intermittently through 2009 at 2700 West near the tracks to accommodate construction vehicles; please follow flagger’s instructions.



Activity: Please be aware that flagging operations will be taking place intermittently through 2009 at 3200 West near the tracks to accommodate construction vehicles; please follow flagger’s instructions.






Gardner Village Area

(This segment continues along the UPRR Bingham Branch northeast from Gardner Village to 700 West)

Work on the bridge at 700 West continues through the month of October.



UPDATED Activity: Rail crossing at east 9th Avenue (approximately 7100 South and 600 West). Traffic Impacts: Traffic on 9th Avenue will be subject to one lane with stop signs through 10/10 (Friday). Please use caution at this crossing.



NEW Activity: Bridge work. Traffic Impacts: Crews will be working on structures at the base of the bridge piers on 700 West and approximately 7400 South. Please be aware that the 700 West will be subject to lane shifts in this area through 10/31 (Saturday), except on 10/17-10/18 (Saturday-Sunday).



NEW Activity: Bridge work. Traffic Impacts: Crews will be working on structures at the base of the bridge piers on 7200 South and approximately 600 West. Please be aware that the 7200 South will be subject to lane shifts in this area through 10/31 (Saturday).



Activity: Construction on the Jordan River TRAX bridge. Traffic Impacts: The Jordan River Parkway Trail near approximately 7500 South will be intermittently detoured through October 2009. Please be aware that the detour does cross a live railway track and will be closed daily from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. when freight is actively running on the track.

Access to Gardner Village from the Jordan River Parkway Trail is closed until further notice.








Cottonwood Area

(This segment extends north from 700 West along the existing light rail alignment to its terminus at the 6400 South-

Fashion Place Station)

Crews are currently forming and pouring the concrete walls for the portal in the Cottonwood Area.



UPDATED Activity: Handrail installation. Traffic Impacts: Winchester Street will be subject to one-lane restrictions with flagging operations 10/16 (Thursday) and 10/17 (Friday) for safety.




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) 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 amentzer@rideuta.com. You can also visit the UTA Web site at www.rideuta.com/projects/midjordanlightrail.