A number of bills passed by the legislature this past session affect Utah roads and highways. One of these bills was HB 83: Speed Limit Amendments. This bill expands portions of I-15, I-80, and I-84 where the Utah Department of Transportation may establish a posted speed limit that exceeds 75 miles per hour. These sections […]
Copper Wire Theft
Driving in the dark lately? You may have noticed the lights are out along some sections of major interstates, like I-15, I-80, and I-215. But don’t blame the power company or burned out light bulbs…the real culprits are thieves who are in the business of stealing copper wire. When you and I drive past the […]
Large Loads
UDOT Motor Carriers Division has the responsibility of making sure oversized loads are routed properly.
Building a Bridge
UDOT Ports of Entry are bustling activity hubs where protecting the transportation infrastructure is one important focus.
Move for Safety
Moving away from traffic lanes after a fender-bender is safer than staying put.
Snow Arsenal – Towplow
Tow plows are one way UDOT improves the efficiency of snow removal to keep roads clear during the winter. UDOT has over 500 trucks that are used to plow roads during winter. Several of those trucks are equipped with tow plows. When deployed, tow plows swing from the back to the side of the truck […]
Ports Promote Safety
Ports of entry have a critical safety role to play in Utah.
Signal History
The story of how modern signal systems were developed starts in Utah.
Controlled Slide
UDOT is installing new avalanche control systems that can be activated remotely.
RWIS Update
New RWIS system upgrades and stations will help plow crews work more efficiently this winter.