Airport TRAX Line Construction Update

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Welcome!

Construction continues on UTA’s 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.

A description of what is happening in each area is listed below. Text marked in red indicates new work items. 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:

Crews are working to restore 3700 West to two traffic lanes before the season changes.
Work on the Rocky Mountain Power fiber infrastructure continues. Internal airport traffic restrictions will be in place.
Crews continue work on the 24’’ sewer installation. This work is taking place within internal airport lots.
Crews are working the 18’’ storm drain near the Terminal One Welcome Center.
Work continues along 3700 West as crews form and pour pedestrian ramps and form, pour and strip ballast curb.
Crews will begin working on an 18” storm drain near the United States Post Office.
Pedestrian traffic has been switched to the east side of 3700 West.
Crews are repairing sewer sags along 3700 West.


Traffic Impacts:

Right lane restrictions along Bangerter Highway just north of the I-80 off-ramp entering the airport are in place Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturday.
A traffic plan has been distributed to the 3700 West businesses. This plan does not affect those traveling to the airport.



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:

Crews are relocating the UDOT solar sign in this area.
Work continues on v ditches and cast in place walls.
Storm drain work is taking place.
Crews are forming and pouring a concrete line ditch.
Cast in place wall work is scheduled to begin again.


Upcoming Construction:

Production welding will begin at the end of October. Crews will weld 80’ strands of rail into a continuous 1200’ strand of rail at that time.
· Ductbank and OCS work begins in the coming weeks at X Bar to 2400 West.



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:

Demolition of the slope paving is scheduled to begin next week at I-215.



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 businesses and governmental organizations will be maintained.



Current Construction:

Traffic signal work, including conduits, pedestals and junction boxes, is taking place at 1950 West and North Temple.
Work is taking place on the joint trench crossing at three different locations, with one crossing located at Orange Street and North Temple. Various lane restrictions are in place; however, access is being maintained.
Crews are installing an 8’’ storm drain to address back of walk drainage issues.
Work is taking place on the southeast, northwest, and northeast corners of Redwood Road and North Temple as crews work on a storm drain. Traffic impacts are expected to be minimal during this phase of work.
Waterlines will be relocated for meters and hydrants and will require Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday nighttime service disruptions. We will be meeting with businesses prior to this work.
Crews are removing and replacing curb, gutter, sidewalk and driveways on the north and south sides of North Temple between Redwood Road and I-215.


Upcoming Construction:

Duder Street will close on Monday, Sept. 27, as crews demo and restore the entrance off of North Temple. This portion of work will be completed in less than one week. We will meet with businesses prior to construction.
Crews are scheduled to begin sewer sag repairs at Orange Street and North Temple in mid-November. At this time, various lane restrictions will be in place; however, access to businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided. In preparation, various activities are taking place near Orange Street. As we get closer to construction we will meet with businesses in this area.


Traffic Impacts: There are right and left lane restrictions between the I-215 overpass and Redwood Road throughout the day. As work progresses, there will be additional lane restrictions for both east and west bound traffic. Access will be maintained at all times.



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 businesses and office complexes will be maintained.



Current Construction:

Crews are relocating gas lines with new casings.


Upcoming Construction:

In the coming weeks, various pieces of wet and dry utility work will filter into this area.


Traffic Impacts:

One lane of traffic is restricted.



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 businesses and the State Fairpark will be maintained.



Current Construction:

Storm drain work is taking place in this reach.


Upcoming Construction:

City Creek work is scheduled to begin to complete structures and paving.


Traffic Impacts: After the State Fair, traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.



Reach 7

Reach Description: Reach 7 is the area where the Airport TRAX Line will connect with the current north/south 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:

The North Temple Viaduct re-construction project began April 18 and will last for approximately 18 months.
Wet and dry utility relocations are currently taking place at 400 West to prepare for the City Creek East relocation.
Work continues on abutments, pier caps, and fascia walls and work is ahead of schedule.


Upcoming Construction:

In early October, crews will be on 400 West with the City Creek East work. Significant traffic impacts will be in place along 400 West.
Please see the viaduct construction guide below to find out how to get around during construction.

Business Profile-

North Temple Business Profile- Relax Nails Wants You To… Relax
It’s not just a name, but a promise as well. Relax Nails not only specializes in
making finger nails look great, but its employees work to provide “a great place
for people to come in and relax.”

Relax Nails manager Long Lam said the shop
opened its doors on 900 West North Temple
because “it’s a great location to serve the
community.” The family owned and operated
business employs four people who specialize in
hand-painted nail design and has been open
since Aug. 1, 2009.

They are open from 10
a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and
noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

With most of their customers coming from the
North Temple area, Lam said, “It’s a great
community.” Relax Nails recently participated in the North Temple’s Community
Advisory Committee’s efforts to spread the word that businesses are open as
usual. They invite you in for some pampering of your own.

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.

Airport TRAX Line Construction Update

Welcome!

Construction continues on UTA’s 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.

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:

Crews are excavating the east side of 3700 West from 510 North to Gate 13. During this time, lane restrictions will be in place; however, access will be maintained.
Crews have begun work on the 24’’ sewer installation. This work will take place within internal airport lots.
Work continues on wet and dry utilities along 3700 West. Various traffic restrictions are in place for internal airport traffic; however, access is being maintained throughout this work.
Work continues on cast in place walls and excavation of the guideway between the X Bar Bridge and 3700 West.


Traffic Impacts:

Bailey Boulevard (an internal airport road) will be closed from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. on August 13, 16 and 17.
Right lane restrictions along Bangerter Highway just north of the I-80 off-ramp entering the airport are in place Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturday.
A traffic plan has been distributed to the 3700 West businesses. This plan does not affect those traveling to the airport.



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:

· Crews are working on duct bank utility runs from X Bar to 2400 West.

Crews are also working on a retaining wall south of the X Bar.



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:

Crews are working at the North Temple intersections located at 2200 West and 2400 West installing new curb, gutter and sidewalks. Various traffic restrictions are in place; however, access to businesses is being maintained.
Traffic signal cabinets are being installed at the 2200 West and 2400 West North Temple intersections.
Crews have removed a portion of the island between North Temple and Old North Temple and restoration is in progress. Lane restrictions are in place; however, access to Old North Temple is being maintained.



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:

Traffic signal work, including conduits, pedestals and junction boxes, is taking place at 1950 West and Redwood Road along North Temple.
Crews are installing a new gas line along North Temple, west of Orange Street.
Work is taking place on the joint trench crossing at Orange Street. Various lane restrictions are in place; however, access is being maintained.
Roadway milling will take place on the south side of North Temple on Saturday, August 14.
Wet and dry utility work is taking place on North Temple between I-215 and Redwood Road.
Night work is taking place at Redwood Road and North Temple on joint trench crossings. This work will take place from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Noise is expected to be minimal during nighttime work as louder activities will take place during the day.
Crews are removing and replacing curb, gutter, sidewalk and driveways on the south side of North Temple between Redwood Road and I-215.


Upcoming Construction:

Crews are scheduled to begin sewer sag repairs at Orange Street and North Temple on September 13. At this time, various lane restrictions will be in place; however, access to businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided. In preparation for this work various activities are currently taking place near Orange Street. As we get closer to construction we will meet with businesses in this area.
During the week following Labor Day, weekend crews will begin demolition and reconstruction work at the Redwood Road and North Temple intersection. Significant traffic restrictions and closures will take place during this work. As we get closer to construction we will meet with the businesses.
Crews continue to relocate hydrants and water services in the upcoming weeks. We will continue to meet with businesses and coordinate any planned interruptions to services.


Traffic Impacts: There are right and left lane restrictions between the I-215 overpass and Redwood Road throughout the day. As work progresses, there will be additional lane restrictions for both east and west bound traffic, although access will be maintained.



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:

Crews are preparing the Jordan River Bridge to reopen before the Utah State Fair begins September 9.
There is occasional potholing for dry utilities taking place throughout this reach ahead of construction.


Upcoming Construction:

In the coming weeks crews will begin wet and dry utility work.


Traffic Impacts:

Traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.



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 businesses and the State Fairpark will be maintained.



Current Construction:

Crews are removing and replacing City Creek West between the Jordan River Bridge and 1000 West.


Traffic Impacts: Traffic control near the Jordan River Bridge, which is limited to one lane in each direction, has been extended to support City Creek West work. This traffic control will switch from one side of the bridge to the other as work progresses.



Reach 7

Reach Description: Reach 7 is the area where the Airport TRAX Line will connect with the current north/south 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:

The North Temple Viaduct re-construction project began April 18, 2010 and will continue for approximately 18 months.
Wet and dry utility relocations are taking place to prepare for the City Creek East relocation.
Crews are drilling 16 shafts for the new North Temple Viaduct. Eleven of these shafts have been drilled, set, and poured and the 12th shaft is underway. This work will take place for approximately three weeks and noise is expected to be minimal.
Night work is scheduled for the following dates and times for City Creek East relocation and for pouring the abutment caps:
· Sunday, August 15, from 4 a.m. until 6 p.m.

· Monday, August 16, from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m.

· Sunday, August 22, beginning at 12 a.m. until Monday, August 23, at 3 a.m.

Please see the viaduct construction guide below for information on how to get around during this portion of construction.


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.

Business Spotlight:

NeighborWorks Salt Lake; Building Homes, Building Lives
“Creating opportunities through housing, resident leadership, and youth and economic development,”
NeighborWorks Salt Lake (NWSL) has found success in “Rebuilding Neighborhoods… One Block at a
Time.”

NWSL works to create affordable housing through partnerships with businesses and
government, and their “outstanding revitalization efforts” were recognized in
1996 by then U.S. President Bill Clinton.
This private non-profit group was launched in 1977 as Salt Lake Neighborhood
Housing Services in the East Liberty Park area of Salt Lake City and has since
grown to include neighborhoods along the North Temple
corridor. Its main offices are now located at 622 West 500
North, under the leadership of Maria Garciaz for the past two
decades.

Today NWSL has a staff of 15 and employs about 45 youth a
year. “We’re not only doing home improvement loans, we’re
doing multi-family development … [building] major subdivisions,
resident leadership … serving thousands of residents,” Garciaz said.
NWSL also invests in creative and leadership opportunities for youth,
supporting murals and artwork featured throughout the region, including
businesses along North Temple.

“When you do house-by-house, block-by-block you get to know people.
And it’s about bringing people together, identifying their needs and really seeing who you can bring to
the table to address those needs,” Garciaz said. “And the people who come to the table to help make a
difference in the community have been tremendous over our 33 years.”

Airport TRAX Line Construction Update

Image by Laura B. Dahl via Flickr

Welcome!

Construction continues on UTA’s 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.

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:

Work continues on wet and dry utilities along 3700 West. Various traffic restrictions are in place for internal airport traffic; however, access is being maintained.
Crews are excavating the east side of 3700 West from the U.S. Post Office to 510 North. Work will continue in this area toward gate 13. During this time, lane restrictions will be in place; however, access will be maintained.
Crews have begun work on the 24’’ sewer installation. This work will take place within the internal airport lots.
Work continues on cast in place walls and excavation of the guideway between the X Bar Bridge and 3700 West.


Traffic Impacts:

Right lane restrictions along Bangerter Highway just north of the I-80 off-ramp entering the airport are in place Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturday.

A traffic plan has been distributed to the 3700 West businesses. This plan does not affect those traveling to the airport.
Bailey Blvd (Airport Internal) will be closed 7 p.m to 5 a.m. Aug. 6, 9, and 10.

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:

Crews are working on duct bank runs from X Bar to 2400 West.
Wet and dry utility work continues in this area.



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:

Crews are working at the 2200 West and North Temple intersection. The first phase of this work is now complete and the Park ‘n Jet driveway is now open. Although various traffic restrictions will be in place during this work, access to businesses will be maintained.
Curb, gutter, sidewalk, and wet and dry utility work continues to make its way west in this reach.
Crews are installing signal conduit at 2200 and 2400 West.
Crews have removed a portion of the island between North Temple and Old North Temple and restoration is in progress. Lane restrictions are in place; however, access to Old North Temple is being maintained.
Cast in place wall work continues.



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:

Wet and dry utility work is taking place on North Temple approaching Redwood Road.
Crews are working nights on the joint trench crossings. This work will take place from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Noise is expected to be minimal as louder activities will take place during the day.
Crews are boring for a gas line under the Redwood Road and North Temple intersection. Various traffic restrictions will be in place, but access will be maintained.
Crews are removing and replacing curbs, gutters, sidewalks and driveways on the south side of North Temple between Redwood Road and 1950 West.
Curb, gutter and sidewalk removal will take place between 1950 West and Redwood Road on the north side of North Temple in support trench utility relocation.
Storm drain work continues and is approaching 1950 West on North Temple.
Crews are relocating utilities on the south side of North Temple between Redwood Road and 1950 West. During this work there will be lane restrictions but access to all businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided.
Traffic signal work, including conduits, pedestals and junction boxes, is taking place.


Upcoming Construction:

Crews are working on a joint trench crossing at Orange Street. At this time, various lane restrictions will be in place; however, access to businesses will be maintained.
Traffic signal work is scheduled to begin this week at the Redwood Road and North Temple intersection.
Crews are scheduled to begin sewer sag repairs at Orange Street and North Temple on Sept. 7. At this time, various lane restrictions will be in place; however, access to businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided. In preparation for this work various activities are taking place near Orange Street. As we get closer to construction we will be meeting with businesses in this area.
The week following Labor Day weekend, crews will begin demolition and reconstruction work at the Redwood Road and North Temple intersection. Significant traffic restrictions and closures will then take place. As we get closer to construction we will be meeting with businesses in this area.
Crews will continue relocating hydrants and water services in the coming weeks. We will continue to meet with businesses and coordinate any planned interruptions to services.


Traffic Impacts: There are right/left lane restrictions between the I-215 overpass and Redwood Road. As work progresses, there will be additional lane restrictions for both east and west bound traffic, although access will be maintained at all times.



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:

Work continues on the south side of the Jordan River Bridge as crews work on the bridge deck. Crews are forming and pouring transition slabs. The Jordan River Bridge is still on schedule to be completed before the Utah State Fair begins in September.
There is occasional potholing for dry utilities taking place throughout this reach ahead of construction.


Upcoming Construction:

In the coming weeks crews will begin wet and dry utility work.


Traffic Impacts:

Traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.



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 businesses and the State Fairpark will be maintained.



Current Construction:

Crews are removing and replacing City Creek West from the Jordan River Bridge to 1000 West. This work will be completed before the State Fair.


Traffic Impacts: Traffic control near the Jordan River Bridge, which is limited to one lane in each direction, has been extended to support City Creek West work. This traffic control will switch from one side of the bridge to the other as City Creek progresses.



Reach 7

Reach Description: Reach 7 is the area where the Airport TRAX Line will connect with the current north/south 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.



Current Construction:

The North Temple Viaduct re-construction project began April 18 and will continue for approximately 18 months.
Crews are drilling 16 shafts for the new viaduct. Eight of these shafts have been drilled, set, and poured and the ninth is under way. This work will take place for approximately three weeks and noise is expected to be minimal.
Wet and dry utility relocations are taking place to prepare for the City Creek East relocation.
Night work is scheduled for the following dates and times for City Creek East relocation:
o Monday, Aug. 9 from 4 a.m. until 4 p.m.

o Sunday, Aug. 15 from 4 a.m. until 6 p.m.

o Sunday, Aug. 29 beginning at 12 a.m. until Monday, August 23 at 3 a.m.

Night work is scheduled for the following date and time while pouring the Abutment Caps at the Viaduct
Friday Aug. 13 from 4 a.m. until 9 a.m.
Crews are potholing and boring on 400 West (MCI fiber)
Crews will be relocating MCI Utility at the intersection of 50 North and 400 West
Please see the viaduct construction guide below to find out how to get around during this portion of construction.

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.

Airport TRAX Line Construction Update

Image by Brisan via Flickr

Welcome!



Construction continues on UTA’s 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.

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:

Work continues on wet and dry utilities along 3700 West. Various traffic restrictions are in place for internal airport traffic; however, access is being maintained.
Crews are excavating the east side of 3700 West from the U.S. Post Office to 510 North. Work will continue in this area toward gate 13. During this time, lane restrictions will be in place; however, access will be maintained.
Crews have begun work on the 24’’ sewer installation. This work will take place within the internal airport lots.
Work continues on cast in place walls and excavation of the guideway between the X Bar Bridge and 3700 West.


Traffic Impacts:

Right lane restrictions along Bangerter Highway just north of the I-80 off-ramp entering the airport are in place Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturday.
A traffic plan has been distributed to the 3700 West businesses. This plan does not affect those traveling to the airport.
Bailey Blvd (Airport Internal) will be closed 7pm to 5am on Aug. 5, 6, 9, and 10.

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 lock and load walls 1 and 3 will be completed early next week.
In approximately one week crews will begin work on duct bank runs from X Bar to 2400 West.
Wet and dry utility work continues in this area.



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:

Crews are currently working at the 2200 West and North Temple intersection. The first phase of this work is complete and the Park ‘n Jet driveway is open. Various traffic restrictions will be in place during this work; however, access to businesses will be maintained.
Curb, gutter, sidewalk, and wet and dry utility work continues to make its way west in this reach.
Crews are installing signal conduit at 2200 and 2400 West.
Crews have removed a portion of the island between North Temple and Old North Temple and restoration is in progress. Lane restrictions are in place; however, access to Old North Temple is being maintained.
Cast in place wall work continues.



Reach 4

Reach Description: Reach 4 extends from I-215 to 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:

Wet and dry utility work is taking place on North Temple approaching Redwood Road.
Crews are working nights on the joint trench crossings. This work will take place from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Noise is expected to be minimal during nighttime work as louder activities will take place during the day.
Crews will tie in gas line services early next week on the south side of North Temple near Redwood Road. During this work there will be a time where a maintenance truck will be in parking lots to do the tie in. Access will be maintained.
Crews are currently boring for a gas line under the Redwood Road and North Temple intersection. Various traffic restrictions will be in place; however, access will be maintained.
Crews are removing and replacing curb, gutter, sidewalk and driveways on the south side of North Temple between Redwood Road and 1950 West.
Curb, gutter and sidewalk removal will take place between 1950 West and Redwood Road on the north side of North Temple in support of trench utility relocation.
Storm drain work continues and is approaching 1950 West on North Temple.
Crews are relocating utilities on the south side of North Temple between Redwood Road and 1950 West. During this work there will be lane restrictions but access to all businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided.
Traffic signal work, including conduits, pedestals and junction boxes, is taking place.


Upcoming Construction:

Crews to begin Joint Trench Crossing at Orange Street next week. At this time, various lane restrictions will be in place; however, access will be maintained.
Traffic signal work is scheduled to begin this week at the Redwood Road and North Temple intersection.
Crews are scheduled to begin sewer sag repairs at Orange Street and North Temple on September 7. At this time, various lane restrictions will be in place; however, access to businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided. In preparation for this work various activities are taking place near Orange Street. As we get closer to construction we will be meeting with businesses in this area.
The week following Labor Day weekend crews will begin demolition and reconstruction work at the Redwood Road and North Temple intersection. During this time significant traffic restrictions and closures will take place. As we get closer to construction we will be meeting with businesses in this area.
Crews will continue relocating hydrants and water services in the upcoming weeks. We will continue to meet with the businesses and coordinate any planned interruptions to services.


Traffic Impacts: There are right/left lane restrictions between the I-215 overpass and Redwood Road throughout the day. As work progresses, there will be additional lane restrictions for both east and west bound traffic. Access will be maintained at all times.



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:

Work continues on the south side of the Jordan River Bridge as crews work on the bridge deck. Crews are forming and pouring transition slabs. The Jordan River Bridge is on schedule to be completed before the Utah State Fair in September.
There is occasional potholing for dry utilities taking place ahead of construction.


Upcoming Construction:

In the coming weeks crews will begin wet and dry utility work.


Traffic Impacts:

Traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.



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 businesses and the State Fairpark will be maintained.



Current Construction:

Crews are removing and replacing City Creek West from the Jordan River Bridge to 1000 West. This work will be completed before the State Fair.


Traffic Impacts: Traffic control near the Jordan River Bridge, which is limited to one lane in each direction, has been extended to support City Creek West work. This traffic control will switch from one side of the bridge to the other as City Creek progresses



Reach 7

Reach Description: Reach 7 is the area where the Airport TRAX Line will connect with the current north/south 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.



Current Construction:

The North Temple Viaduct re-construction project began April 18 and will continue for approximately 18 months.
Crews are drilling 16 shafts for the new North Temple Viaduct. Eight of these shafts have been drilled, set, and poured and the ninth is under way. This work will take place for approximately three weeks and noise is expected to be minimal.
Wet and dry utility relocations are taking place to prepare for the City Creek East relocation.
Off-hours work is scheduled for the following dates and times for City Creek East relocation:
o Monday, August 9 from 4 a.m. until 4 p.m.

o Sunday, August 15 from 4 a.m. until 6 p.m.

o Sunday, August 22 beginning at 12 a.m. until Monday, August 23 at 3 a.m.

Night work is scheduled for the following date and time while pouring the Abutment Caps at the Viaduct
Friday August 13 from 4am until 9am
Crews are potholing and boring on 400 West
Crews will be relocating MCI Utility at the intersection of 50 North and 400 West
Please see the viaduct construction guide below to find out how to get around during this portion of construction.

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.

Business Spotlight

Home of “Killer Mexican Food”
Brings North Temple to Life
It goes without saying, if
you’re looking for great Mexican
food in Salt Lake City, you go to
the Red Iguana. After 40 years
of successful business, being
recognized as Utah’s most
awarded Mexican Restaurant with more than 38 national and local
awards, even City Weekly asks, “Can anyone remember a year
when Red Iguana didn’t win the Best of Utah award for Best
Mexican?”

What may not have been mentioned is that despite the
ongoing lunch-time lines of customers that circle the building at
736 West and continuing rave reviews, Red Iguana is feeling the
pinch of TRAX construction along North Temple. Owners of the famous eatery,
however, are taking the bull by the horn, voicing their optimism for a better
community and taking an active role in ensuring that none of the businesses
along North Temple are forgotten.

“We are a part of this community,” said owner Bill Coker, proudly
displaying the community-developed button that reads, “Shop North Temple, I
Do.” And he’s a man of his word. Coker and his wife Lucy Cardenas, daughter of the original owners,
have been instrumental in the distribution of these buttons. Coker also participates in a local
community advisory committee, which works to bring North Temple businesses together to discuss
construction and strategies to mitigate its impact on the local economy. “I have a business to run,” he
says, although he still invests his valuable time in helping plan a marketing campaign for businesses
affected by the reconstruction of the North Temple viaduct.

If you would like to join Bill Coker’s efforts to reshape the North Temple community, call him at
801-322-1489 or Bill Knowles at 801-580-2626.

Airport TRAX Line Construction Update

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Welcome!

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, 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 (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:

Work continues on wet and dry utility work along 3700 West. Various traffic restrictions are in place for internal airport traffic; however, access is being maintained.
Crews are currently excavating the east side of 3700 West from the U.S. Post Office to 400 North. After sidewalks and driveways are restored, crews will continue north towards 510 North with similar activities. Lane restrictions will be in place, but access will be maintained.
Crews are working on cast-in-place walls and excavating the guideway between the X Bar Bridge and 3700 West.


Upcoming Construction:

· The Rocky Mountain Power crossing may not need to cross Terminal drive, crews are waiting on more information. We will keep you posted.



Traffic Impacts:

Right lane restrictions along Bangerter Highway just north of the I-80 off-ramp entering the airport are in place Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturday.
A traffic plan has been distributed to the 3700 West businesses. This plan does not affect those traveling to the airport.



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:

Crews are excavating for upcoming wall work.
Wet and dry utility work continues in this area.



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:

Crews are working at the 2200 West and North Temple intersection. Various traffic restrictions will be in place, but access to Park ‘n Jet will be maintained at all times.
Curb, gutter, sidewalk, and wet and dry utility work continues to make its way west in this reach.
Crews are installing signal conduit at 2200 West and 2400 West.
Crews have removed a portion of the island between North Temple and Old North Temple and restoration is in progress. Lane restrictions are in place, but access to Old North Temple is being maintained.
Cast in place wall work continues



Reach 4

Reach Description: Reach 4 extends from I-215 to just east or 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:

Wet and dry utility work is taking place on North Temple approaching Redwood Road.
Crews are working nights on the joint trench crossings. This work will take place from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Noise is expected to be minimal as louder activities will take place during the day.
Crews are removing and replacing curbs, gutters, sidewalks and driveways on the south side of North Temple between Redwood Road and 1950 West.
Crews are also relocating utilities on the south side of North Temple between Redwood Road and 1950 West. There will be lane restrictions, but access to businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided.


Upcoming Construction:

In the coming weeks, crews will begin sewer sag repairs at Orange Street and North Temple. At this time, various lane restrictions will be in place, but access to businesses will be maintained and signage will be provided. In preparation, various activities will take place near Orange Street. As we get closer to construction we will meet with businesses in this area.
Crews will continue relocating hydrants and water services in the upcoming weeks. We will continue to meet with the businesses and coordinate any planned interruptions to services.


Traffic Impacts: There are right/left lane restrictions between the I-215 overpass and Redwood Road. As work progresses, there will be additional lane restrictions for both east and west bound traffic, although access will be maintained.

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:

Work continues on the south side of the Jordan River Bridge as crews work on the bridge deck. Crews are forming and pouring transition slabs. The Jordan River Bridge is on schedule to be completed before the Utah State Fair in September.
There is occasional potholing for dry utilities taking place ahead of construction.


Upcoming Construction:

In the coming weeks crews will begin wet and dry utility work.


Traffic Impacts:

Traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.

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:

No work is currently taking place in this reach.


Upcoming Construction:

Crews will begin relocating City Creek West from the Jordan River Bridge to 1000 West in late July.


Traffic Impacts: Traffic management is in place near the Jordan River Bridge and is 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.



Current Construction:

The North Temple Viaduct re-construction project began April 18 and will continue for approximately 18 months. Crews are now nearing completion of the demoltion portion of the work.
Crews are drilling 16 drill shafts for the new viaduct. Four of these shafts have been drilled, set, and poured. This work will take place for approximately three weeks and noise is expected to be minimal.
Wet and dry utility relocations are taking place to prepare for the City Creek East relocation.

No night work is scheduled for the viaduct; however, if Union Pacific Railroad grants approval for night work we will notify all residents and businesses in the area as soon as possible.

Crews are potholing and boring on 400 West (MCI fiber)
Crews will be relocating MCI Utility at the intersection of 50 North and 400 West
Please see the viaduct construction guide below to find out how to get around during 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.

Front End Grille Serves up Genuine Service and Great Food
Even in the roughest of circumstances, you just might find
the best food and nicest people in town. Adjacent to and hosting
various mechanics’ garages and the Next Step Home Foundation, the
Front End Grille offers up a 50’s style eating experience, along with
an old-fashioned full-service attitude.
Opening in February 2008, this oldstyle
diner, located at 510 West and 200
North, has served a wide variety of people
in the community—including those who are
dealing with a car or a life that has hit a
bump in the road.

―I just love it here,‖ said the
Grille’s manager, Louann. ―We have people from the neighborhood
[and as far as Draper] who come in everyday. And it’s not just for
the food, but for the company.‖ Serving up specialty foods—
including breakfast all day-- the Grille’s interior features murals painted by local artists and the outside
dining patio is shaded under full-sized trees.

More than just a stop along the way, the Front End Grille also manages a community of
businesses on its property under the name of Trackside. The well-maintained offices upstairs are home to
various businesses, including the Next Step Home Foundation – which also manages The Rail Event
Center-- Nourse Productions, TM Keaty & Associates, and SLC Mediation, Trackside provides several
garages for tenets such as DeBreeze Automotive, D&C Welding and Repair, JT Auto
Body, Gaytan Car
Detailing.

The Front End Grille is a place where ―you just belong,‖ Louann said.

UTA Press Release

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Gerry Carpenter, 801-859-6095

Date: April 14, 2010 Press Release





North Temple Viaduct Closes Sunday
For 18-Month Rebuild





Utah Transit Authority and Salt Lake City will close a segment of North Temple Street starting this Sunday for an 18-month rebuild of the North Temple viaduct. The viaduct, which crosses Union Pacific and UTA railroad tracks between 600 West and 300 West, will be demolished and rebuilt as part of the Airport TRAX light rail project.



The closure will begin at approximately 6 a.m. on Sunday, April 18, and last for about 18 months.



Traffic entering or leaving downtown Salt Lake City will be detoured for the duration of the construction. To avoid potential delays at railroad crossings, UTA recommends using 400 South or 600 North.



“Our goal is to complete the viaduct reconstruction as quickly and safely as possible,” Matt Sibul, UTA project manager said. “We will do our best to minimize impacts to the neighborhood and maintain access to North Temple businesses during construction.”



Questions from the public regarding this closure should be directed to the project construction hotline at 1-888-800-8854.



Once complete, the new North Temple viaduct will be a shorter structure that includes roadway improvements, pedestrian walkways, bike lanes, security lighting, and a passenger transfer station from TRAX to FrontRunner. The Airport TRAX line is a 6-mile light rail extension that will connect with the existing TRAX system at Arena Station. It will run west along North Temple to the Salt Lake International Airport, conveniently stopping adjacent to Terminal One.



More information about the Airport TRAX project is available at www.rideuta.com.





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Established in 1970, UTA has become a multi-modal transportation leader that is 100 percent accessible with 69 light rail vehicles, 35 commuter rail cars and more than 600 buses. UTA’s TRAX light rail system is currently averaging more than 40,000 riders a day along its 15-mile Salt Lake-Sandy line and the 4-mile University Line. UTA is an ISO 14001:2004 9001:2000 certified agency. During the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, UTA’s transit system was declared a great success on the international scene - carrying more than four million Olympic riders.



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UTA North Temple Viaduct Open House

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UTA to Host Open House

On North Temple Viaduct and Airport TRAX





What: Utah Transit Authority and Salt Lake City will hold an open house on the North Temple viaduct reconstruction and Airport TRAX line.



When: Thursday, Mar. 18, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

UTA FrontLines Headquarters

669 West 200 South, Salt Lake City

Info: As part of the Airport TRAX construction project, the North Temple viaduct will be rebuilt. This will require the closure of the viaduct for 18 months. The open house will discuss detours and construction phasing. The Airport TRAX line is a 6-mile light rail extension that will connect with the existing TRAX system at Arena Station. The line will run west along North Temple to the Salt Lake International Airport, conveniently stopping adjacent to Terminal One. Once complete the North Temple viaduct will include four lanes of travel, pedestrian and bike paths, and a transfer station to FrontRunner.

For more information, visit www.rideuta.com.