Utah Department of Transportation

A little glimpse into what our crews have been up to lately. Even when you don't see us - don't worry, we're there. 🤗 If you want to do work that makes a difference and offers a lot of variety, this is the place for you. Check our our open Transportation Technician positions here: https://bit.ly/4dbBl4B.

Why does it always feel like there’s construction on I-15? Probably because there is! At over 400 miles long, it’s the longest road in the state. Maintaining I-15 is like taking care of a house: you might fix the electrical today, the sprinklers tomorrow, then before you know it the roof needs repairing. Each project is different but essential, and the work never really ends, especially with limited funds. So, yep, there’s always going to be something happening somewhere along it. We recently wrapped up work on I-15 in Nephi, and now we’re working on it in Salt Lake County to repair some bridges. Different locations, different projects, same goal: making our roads better and safer. #Utah #Utahhumor #UtahTransportation

The I-15 Nephi bridges before construction —> after. Talk about an upgrade. 💪 ICYMI: This project is now COMPLETED. The I-15 Nephi project covered more than 19 miles and included: ✅ Replacing two bridge decks ✅ Repairing seven bridge structures ✅ Rehabilitating 13,500 square yards of concrete Big shoutout to all who worked on this project. Thank you for making our state a better place! #TeamUDOT #Utah #transportation #bridgework

The West Davis Highway project is an award winner! Last week at the annual meeting of the Western Association of State Highway Officials (WASHTO), the West Davis Highway project won the regional America’s Transportation Award for the Quality of Life/Community Development category. This $750 million project, designed to ease congestion for a rapidly growing population, is set to reduce traffic on local roads by over 30 percent. With anticipated time savings of approximately $55 million by 2040, it’s a game-changer for commuters. Additionally, we've added nearly 10 miles of new trails, connecting key regional pathways and enhancing active transportation options. Congratulations to everyone who was and continues to be a part of this project. Your work is shaping a better future. #AASHTO #WASHTO #TeamUDOT

High Valley Transit is getting a green upgrade! This week the Federal Transit Administration awarded Utah a $16 million grant to replace High Valley Transit’s diesel buses with new battery-electric ones. Here’s to new, more sustainable transit along the Wasatch Back. Learn more about the investment here: https://lnkd.in/gKWgH4tf #TeamUDOT #transit #ElectricVehicles #busmonth

Say hello to the brand-new electric vehicle charging station just outside Arches National Park! This is Utah’s first charging site partially funded through NEVI, a USDOT program that provides funding to states to strategically build EV charging stations. This milestone increases access for local residents and the millions of visitors traveling to Moab each year. We are the seventh state to open a NEVI-funded station, with plans for an additional 14 fast-charging stations across Utah. Special thanks to all our partners who contributed to this project. #NEVI #EV #ElectricVehicles #TeamUDOT

Meet a rest stop that doubles as a pollinator habitat. At the I-15 northbound Perry rest area, there’s a special plot of land that serves as a pollinator habitat. We encourage you to stop by, read the signs, and learn a little more about native plants and native bee species in our state. It was created in partnership with Utah State University who helps plan, plant and maintain this space. Did we mention they’re looking for more volunteers to get involved in the project? Learn more about it here: https://lnkd.in/egAiTWmT #Utah #TeamUDOT #Pollinators #PollinatorHabitat

We’re #hiring for multiple positions across the state! Please click the links below to learn more about and apply for these opportunities. The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. ➡️ Traffic Signal Engineer: https://bit.ly/3L7uPQd ➡️ Project Development Controls Engineer: https://bit.ly/3L9eR8u ➡️ Project Manager (Engineering Manager I): https://bit.ly/4bwefEq ➡️ TTQP Coordinator: https://bit.ly/3ziFcht ➡️ Journey Diesel Mechanic: https://bit.ly/4cpiEKz #recruiting #utahjobs #engineering 

It’s not every day you get a $20 million grant from the USDOT. Last week our team was awarded a $20 million grant to connect the west with vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology. V2X technology allows vehicles to communicate with drivers and their surroundings through sensors and wireless connectivity. It’s like giving vehicles a special language to communicate with traffic lights, signs, other vehicles, infrastructure, and even pedestrians using wireless signals. Soon you’ll be able to get alerts in real-time about potential hazards, sharp curves, adverse weather conditions, and road closures up ahead. Cars will automatically detect and adjust their speed to avoid collisions, buses behind schedule get extra green lights, and emergency vehicles receive priority passage. V2X technology will save lives. This investment is just the beginning. #TeamUDOT #V2X #V2XTechnology #connectedvehicle #transportation 

One menace has plagued mankind for too long… Potholes, beware. HiMod asphalt binder is here to stay. Learn more about our new asphalt mix, which is stronger, more durable, and revolutionizing the industry as we know it. ☝️ #utah #TeamUDOT #asphalt #HMA #construction