7800 S Widening Project

FAQs:

Why has it taken some time for this project to get underway?

The project involves multiple entities, and securing the necessary permits and documents can be a complex process. However, we’re thrilled that the project is now officially underway!

What are the project phases?

The project is divided into three phases:
Phase 1: Utility and Infrastructure Improvements (Jan 2024 – Summer 2024)
Phase 2: Road widening and construction (Summer 2024 – Late Fall 2024)
Phase 3: Restoration and final checklist (Spring 2025)

How can I stay updated on the project’s progress?

Stay in the loop by signing up for email alerts or contacting us at 385-509-6013.
You can also shoot us an email at communications@westjordan.utah.gov – we’re here to help!

What should I expect in terms of traffic impact during construction?

While we’re working on improvements, there might be some adjustments to traffic patterns. Look out for signs indicating alternative routes to make your journey smoother.

When will the project be completed, and what are the anticipated benefits?

We anticipate completing the project by summer 2025, though construction progress depends on weather and equipment availability. The project aims to enhance traffic flow for those traveling east and west in our city.

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What to Expect During Construction

• Work Hours: Most work will take place Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm. Some tasks may extend to Saturdays or overnight hours.
• Traffic Flow: One lane in each direction will remain open. Expect lane shifts and slower speeds in the area.
• Business Access: Businesses will remain accessible throughout the project.
• Pedestrian Sidewalks: Temporary pedestrian sidewalk closures may occur.
• Construction Impacts: Expect some noise, dust and vibration during the work.

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Phase 3 Project Updates:

May 2025:

5600 West to 6400 West:

• This month, crews will be pouring new sidewalk in this section.
• Eastbound traffic has been shifted to the south side of 7800 South and westbound traffic remains on the north side.

6400 West Intersection:

• This month, crews are preparing the road for paving and pouring new curb and gutter for the roundabout.

April 2025:

5600 West to 6400 West:

• Starting next week (May 28th) crews will be working during evening hours between Copper Rim Drive and Highland Loop Road to install a manhole and storm drain pipe near Highland Loop Road. Night work will be completed between the hours of 8pm – 5am.
  • Crews will be working on Monday, April 28th – Thursday, May 1st and again on Monday, May 5th – Thursday, May 8th. They will reopen the road for the weekend.  Expect noise the first few evenings of work. See the map below for more details.
  • Eastbound traffic on 7800 South will be detoured to Copper Rim Drive. Westbound traffic on 7800 South will be detoured north to Highland Loop Road and Copper Rim Drive or south to Highland Loop Road and 8200 South.

NOTICE: In the interest of safety and to accommodate roundabout construction at 6400 West, the speed limit will be temporarily reduced to 25 mph between Fallwater Drive and 6700 West.

5600 West to 6400 West:

• Starting next week (April 21^st – May 2^nd) crews will be working during evening hours to install a manhole and storm drain pipe near Highland Loop Road. Night work will be completed between the hours of 8pm – 5am. Expect noise the first few evenings of work. 
• This month, crews will grade the roadway and pave 7800 South between Mountain View Corridor and 6700 West. Drivers should anticipate lane shifting.
• Left turns for westbound traffic onto Fallwater Drive are restricted. No left turns will be permitted entering or exiting Fallwater Drive. Please use alternate routes. 

6400 West Intersection:

• Crews have switched eastbound and westbound traffic to the north side of 7800 South near 6400 West to accommodate roundabout construction and roadway excavation.
  • The speed limit between Fallwater Drive and 6700 West is temporarily reduced from 45 mph to 25 mph to accommodate construction and maintain safety. Fines will be doubled. 

March 2025

Crews will resume active construction today, Monday, March 31st on 7800 South between Mountain View Corridor and 6700 West. 

Mountain View Corridor to 6400 West:

• This spring, crews will grade the roadway and pave 7800 South between Mountain View Corridor and 6700 West.
  • Once the road is regraded and paved, traffic will be pushed to the outside to allow crews room to construction the roundabout.
• Left turns for westbound traffic onto Fallwater Drive will continue to be restricted. Once traffic is moved to the outside lanes/shoulder of the roadway, no left turns will be permitted entering or exiting Fallwater Drive. Please use alternate routes.
• Traffic control barriers will remain in place at 6400 West and traffic will be pushed to the outside lanes. Drivers should reduce speeds and use caution while traveling through the area. 

6400 West Intersection:

• Crews will begin active construction by replacing pipe along the side of the roadway and removing sections of curb and gutter.
• Following the pipe replacement work, crews will regrade 7800 South and then begin construction of the roundabout at 6400 West.
  • Once the road is regraded and paved, traffic will be pushed to the outside to allow crews room to construct the roundabout.
  • The 6400 West intersection will continue to be restricted to only allow east-west travel and right-turns.

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Phase 2 Project Updates:

December 2024

Crews will be going on winter suspension from December 21st to early April (pending weather). Crews will return to active construction Spring 2025.

Due to additional utility work, Rocky Mountain Power will continue active construction from January – February 2025. 

6400 West Intersection:

• Crews are placing temporary pavement this week and will return in Spring 2025.
• Crews are continuing to install highway lighting foundations this week.
• During the winter suspension, right-turns will be re-opened at the 6400 South intersection.
• Traffic control barriers will remain in place at 6400 West throughout the winter suspension. Drivers should reduce speeds and use caution while traveling through the area. 

5600 West to 6400 West:

• Crews will finish pouring sidewalk this week.
• Crews continue to install highway lighting foundations this week.
• In the interest of safety, left turns onto Fallwater Drive will continue to be restricted throughout the winter suspension. Please use alternate routes. 

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Due to additional utility work, active construction will continue through the winter. Traffic control will remain in place through spring 2025 and one lane in each direction will be maintained.

6400 West Intersection:

• Crews are continuing to pour sidewalk through mid-December.
• Rockwall construction is underway at the south-west side of the 6400 West intersection through December. 
• Crews continue to install signal and highway lighting foundations through mid-December.

5600 West to 6400 West:

• Crews are continuing to prep and pour sidewalk through mid-December.
• Crews continue to install highway lighting foundations through mid-December. 
• Left turns onto Fallwater Drive are restricted.

November 2024

Due to additional utility work, active construction will continue through the winter. Traffic control will remain in place through spring 2025 and one lane in each direction will be maintained.

6400 West Intersection:

• Crews have paved the first layers of asphalt ahead of the winter months and will return in the spring to complete paving.
  • Drivers should anticipate lane shifting while paving operations are underway.
• Crews are preparing to pour sidewalk and continuing through early December.
• Rockwall construction is underway at the south-west side of the 6400 West intersection. 
• The northern and southern sides of 6400 West are closed for roundabout construction work.
• Crews will install signal and highway lighting foundations through December.

5600 West to 6400 West:

• Crews have paved the first layers of asphalt ahead of the winter months and will return in the spring to complete paving.
• Crews will install signal and highway lighting foundations through December.
• Left turns onto Fallwater Drive will continue to be restricted through the winter and into spring 2025.

October 2024
6400 West:
– Crews are scheduled to pour curb and gutter at 6400 West the week of October 21st and prep the road for paving the week of October 27th. Paving at 6400 West is scheduled to occur the first week of November.

5600 West to 6400 West:
– The week of October 21st, crews are scheduled to finish prepping curb and gutter between 5600 West and 6400 West for curb and gutter installations at the end of the same week.

Crews are scheduled to prepare for asphalt paving the week of October 27th and anticipate beginning paving operations the first week of November.

September 2024
This weekend through early next week, portions of 7800 South will be closed between 5600 West and Bacchus Highway to accommodate milling and paving work. 

7800 South (5600 West – Highland Loop Road) | September 14 – 16: 7800 South between 5600 West and Highland Loop Road will be closed this Saturday morning at 6AM through Monday morning at 6AM. Access to businesses will remain open at the roundabout and via 5600 West. Please follow posted detours or find alternate routes.

7800 South (6400 West – 6700 West) | September 15 – 17 | Nightly from 7PM – 6AM: 7800 South between 6400 West and 6700 West will be closed this upcoming Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights from 7PM to 6AM. Please watch for uneven pavement and use alternate routes via 8200 South while the nighttime closures are in place.

August 2024
Fallwater Dr. | August 26 – Mid-October: To accommodate roadway widening, left turns onto Fallwater Dr. will be restricted and there may be shoulder closures.

6400 W. | August 26 – Mid-October: To accommodate roundabout construction, the northern and southern sides of the 6400 W. intersection will be closed. The northern side will remain accessible to emergency vehicles.

7800 S. (5600 W. to Copper Rim Dr.) | Late September – Early October: To accommodate milling and paving work this fall, 7800 S. between 5600 W. and Copper Rim Dr. will be closed over a weekend.

On August 5, construction began on 7800 South between 5600 West and 6700 West to widen the corridor and add an additional lane each side.

· Curb, gutters, sidewalk and landscaping will be removed to prepare for widening activities
· This fall, 7800 South will be excavated and paved, and new curb and gutter will be poured
· Work will pause over the winter months and resume in the spring.
· This project is anticipated to be complete by summer 2025.

While traveling through the area, anticipate lane shifting and reduce speeds. Business access will remain open.

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Phase 1 Project Updates:

July 2024
Utility Construction Complete:
Utility work ahead of full road construction is complete. Widening work on the project will begin late summer/early fall 2024 and will continue through summer 2025. Final completion will be dependent on weather conditions.

April 29, 2024
Road Closure Ahead:
Mill and paving work will close the intersection of 7800 S and 5600 W starting Thursday, May 2nd at 7 AM.
The intersection will be closed in all directions and only allow for right turns. (Drivers going east will be able to drive straight through the intersection. See detour map.) This work is expected to take 24 to 48 hours.
Please plan accordingly and avoid the area if possible.

Jan 28, 2024
Crews will enforce a complete shutdown of the intersection at 7800 S and 5600 W overnight to start the installation process of a new sewer line. The road is expected to be completely shut down on January 28^th at 8 PM and partially reopen on January 29^th at 5 AM. Please avoid the intersection and follow posted signs for detours.