West Valley TRAX Construction Update

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Construction progress continues on the West Valley TRAX Line. To keep business and traffic impacts to a minimum, this five-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 light green on the south end of the project and ending with Reach 7 in dark green on the north end.

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 along Constitution Boulevard (2700 West) from West Valley City Hall at 3600 South extending north to 3100 South. This area includes both large and small businesses, as well as many residents. Access to all businesses and residences will be maintained throughout construction.



Current Construction:

· Crews continue concrete work on ramps, steps and sidewalks near West Valley City Hall.

· Overhead wire work continues near West Valley City Hall.



Upcoming Construction:

· Crews will begin forming and pouring the station platform near West Valley City Hall the third week of May.

· Work will begin on the east side of Constitution Boulevard just north of 3500 South at the driveway entrance to various businesses. We will maintain access throughout this work. Once work is completed on the east side of the roadway, we will switch to the west side.



Traffic Impacts: There currently are minor lane restrictions along Constitution Boulevard; however, access is being maintained.



Reach 2

Reach Description: Reach 2 is the area along 3100 South from Constitution Boulevard to Decker Lake Drive. The E Center and a few other businesses are located in this reach, as well as residents on either side of 3100 South. Access will be maintained throughout construction and we will coordinate with the E Center so you can continue to visit their great events. When TRAX is completed, it will operate on the south side of 3100 South.



Current Construction:

· Work continues on the TRAX bridge approaches over I-215 on the south side of 3100 South.

· Work on the overhead electric system is also taking place near Decker Lake Drive.

· Crews are working on curbs and sidewalks near 3100 South and Decker Lake Drive.



Traffic Impacts:

· Traffic control is in place along 3100 South; however, access is being maintained.



Reach 3

Reach Description: Reach 3 is the area along Decker Lake Drive from 3100 South to Research Way (2770 South) and running east to Redwood Road. This area includes many commercial office buildings with thousands of employees. We will continue to work with businesses to ensure access.

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 along Constitution Boulevard (2700 West) from West Valley City Hall at 3600 South extending north to 3100 South. This area includes both large and small businesses, as well as many residents. Access to all businesses and residences will be maintained throughout construction.



Current Construction:

· Crews continue concrete work on ramps, steps and sidewalks near West Valley City Hall.

· Overhead wire work continues near West Valley City Hall.



Upcoming Construction:

· Crews will begin forming and pouring the station platform near West Valley City Hall the third week of May.

· Work will begin on the east side of Constitution Boulevard just north of 3500 South at the driveway entrance to various businesses. We will maintain access throughout this work. Once work is completed on the east side of the roadway, we will switch to the west side.



Traffic Impacts: There currently are minor lane restrictions along Constitution Boulevard; however, access is being maintained.



Reach 2

Reach Description: Reach 2 is the area along 3100 South from Constitution Boulevard to Decker Lake Drive. The E Center and a few other businesses are located in this reach, as well as residents on either side of 3100 South. Access will be maintained throughout construction and we will coordinate with the E Center so you can continue to visit their great events. When TRAX is completed, it will operate on the south side of 3100 South.



Current Construction:

· Work continues on the TRAX bridge approaches over I-215 on the south side of 3100 South.

· Work on the overhead electric system is also taking place near Decker Lake Drive.

· Crews are working on curbs and sidewalks near 3100 South and Decker Lake Drive.



Traffic Impacts:

· Traffic control is in place along 3100 South; however, access is being maintained.



Reach 3

Reach Description: Reach 3 is the area along Decker Lake Drive from 3100 South to Research Way (2770 South) and running east to Redwood Road. This area includes many commercial office buildings with thousands of employees. We will continue to work with businesses to ensure access.




A temporary closure is anticipated to last until the first part of June. Access will be maintained to all businesses in the area. We thank the many businesses for their support and patience during construction. Please see map for detour information.

· Track and station work continues in the center of Decker Lake Drive.

· Ballast, curb and gutter work continues along the east side.

· Underground utility work continues along Research Way.

· We encourage motorists to please obey posted speed limits.



Traffic Impacts: Currently, there are lane restrictions along Decker Lake Drive and Research Way but access is being maintained.



Reach 4

Reach Description: Reach 4 runs through the Chesterfield residential area along 2770 South and proceeds along the Decker Lake Canal and the Crosstowne Trail. We will work with residents to ensure a safe working environment that provides access to their properties throughout construction.



Current Construction:

· Significant work has been accomplished in the Chesterfield area. Crews continue to work on the rail and other items in this area.





Reach 5

Reach Description: Reach 5 will include construction along 1070 West in the Chesterfield industrial area. This reach will include one bridge structure over the Jordan River and another over 900 West.



Current Construction:

· Work continues on the west side of 1070 West. Crews will form and pour curb, gutter, sidewalk and driveways. It is anticipated that the west side of 1070 West will be completed during the first part of May. Crews will then begin work on the east side of the roadway.

· Work also continues on the Jordan River Bridge and tunnel.



Traffic Impacts: Traffic is anticipated to switch the west side of 1070 West during the first part of May.



Reach 6

Reach Description: Reach 6 runs through the Union Pacific Railroad’s Roper Yard area. Although there are no businesses and residents, extensive coordination will take place to ensure that freight deliveries and other train travel is maintained. Reach 6 includes plans for an extensive bridging system that will enable TRAX to operate over other train traffic.



Current Construction:

· Progress continues on the TRAX bridge structures over 900 West at approximately 2200 South and at the Union Pacific Railroad Roper Yard area.

· Crews are distributing rail, ties and ballast.

· Work is also taking place on the overhead electric system.



Reach 7



Reach Description: Reach 7 is the area where the West Valley Line will connect with the current north/south TRAX Line. Construction will take place along Andy Avenue in South Salt Lake. Crews will closely coordinate activities with businesses to ensure access is maintained.



Current Construction:

· Drainage and track work continues between 300 West and 600 West.

· Crews are also preparing to tie in to the current north/south TRAX Line. This work is scheduled to be completed during the Memorial Day weekend to avoid disruption to riders.



Traffic Impacts: Currently there are no traffic impacts on Andy Avenue.




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 on the project 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 on 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, 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.