Full Notification

I-15 South Davis Improvements
Project Email Update 11/20/14
*The construction activities below are applicable until the next email update.

The northbound and southbound I-15 Lane Split is now in effect. Please slow down, follow posted signageand get into the right lanes early if you plan to exit at 500 South or 400 North in Bountiful. Through traffic can stay left to avoid ramp congestion.

The lane splits have shifted two lanes of traffic to the inside, and two lanes to the outside of the interstate, creating a work zone in the center. Inside lanes will serve thru-traffic, while the outside lanes will serve the local exits. These lane splits are designed to minimize traffic delays by allowing crews to replace I-15 bridges without closing this important section of interstate highway, and are expected to remain in place through early February.



During this period, the speed limit is reduced to 55 mph in the lane split zones. Drivers are encouraged to pay close attention to electronic message and exit signs and change lanes early enough to safely exit.



I-15

The night of Friday, November 21, the southbound off-ramp to Center Street is scheduled to be closed from 10:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 22 for sign installation. Use I-215 to Redwood Road as an alternate route.


500 South

The nights of Monday, November 24 and Tuesday, November 25, 500 South will be closed to east/west traffic at I-15 while crews demolish the center portion of the I-15 bridge overhead. The interchange ramps will remain open, but there will be no east/west traffic or pedestrian access under I-15. Use 2600 South as an alternate route.
Area residents should expect an increase in noise, light, vibration and construction activities during this work.
1500 South

The nights of Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 22, 1500 South will be closed to east/west traffic at I-15 while crews demolish the center portion of the I-15 bridge overhead. Use 500 South or 2600 South as alternate routes.
Area residents should expect an increase in noise, light, vibration and construction activities during this work.
2600 South

Construction activities have increased on and near 2600 South, on both sides of I-15 between 800 West and U.S. 89. Activities include placement of material, ramp and wall construction and paving operations. Expect shoulder closures and lane restrictions. Area businesses and residents can expect an increase in noise, dust, vibration, and construction vehicles in the area.
There will be no impact to traffic between November 26 and November 30 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.



Construction schedules and dates are subject to change
Ongoing Activities
Crews continue construction activities on/near 500 South between I-15 and 400 West. Expect lane shifts, increased congestion and construction vehicles. Please stay alert.
Expect regular nighttime closures of the outside lanes beginning at 9:00 p.m. in either or both directions by midnight.
Noise wall panel installation between Parrish Lane and U.S. 89 is expected to complete by early December. Area residents can expect an increase in noise and construction activities at night during this work.
Travel lanes are narrowed to 11'.
Per city ordinance, trucks are restricted from using Center Street and Main Street in North Salt Lake as an alternate to 2600 South/1100 North. Trucks should use I-215 as an alternate route.

Project Overview

The I-15 South Davis Improvements project will:

Add ExpressLanes in both directions from the north I-215 interchange to U.S. 89 in Farmington.
Replace aging bridges at 2600 South, 1500 South, 500 South, and 400 North.
Reconfigure the interchanges at 2600 South and 500 South in Bountiful to improve east/west mobility
Improve active transportation with better pedestrian facilities at 500 South, 400 North and Parrish Lane.
Periodic rolling traffic slowdowns will also occur at night with the assistance of the Utah Highway Patrol. These slowdowns are conducted to complete construction activities and avoid full closures of the Interstate.



Travel lanes are reduced to 11' wide. Trucks carrying loads wider than 11' should contact the UDOT Motor Carrier Division, 801-965-4892.



I-15 construction is expected to complete in spring 2015 with interchange and bridge construction continuing through summer 2015.



Information about non-UDOT projects in the area is available at the end of this email.

Plan Ahead To Reduce Delays And Impacts

I-15 will remain open without restrictions during peak hours. However, travel delays up to 30 minutes are expected during peak travel times. Use Legacy Parkway or Frontrunner to avoid delay. FrontRunner provides all-day service with 30-min. frequency during peak hours.



Safety

Stay alert and be prepared for changing lane configurations in the project area for your safety and the safety of those working here. Please obey the posted speed and be aware for changing roadway conditions throughout the project area.




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