Carlos Braceras Executive Director | Utah Department Of Transportation
Carlos Braceras Executive Director | Utah Department Of Transportation
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for proposed mobility and safety enhancements in Park City near Kimball Junction. The document highlights Alternative C as the preferred option for improvements at the I-80 and SR-224 interchange, extending through the Olympic Parkway intersection.
Alternative C proposes additional lanes on I-80 ramps and SR-224, a second lane at the Ute Boulevard and Landmark Drive roundabout's southern approach, a new pedestrian underpass on SR-224 near Ute Boulevard, enhanced trails, a new bike lane, and intersection upgrades at Ute Boulevard and Olympic Parkway.
“The Park City area is thriving, and with the 2034 Olympics approaching, we want to make sure this community is prepared for an influx of visitors by creating long-lasting mobility improvements for residents to enjoy for years to come,” said UDOT Project Manager Becky Stromness. “Alternative C showed a greater reduction in travel delay and faster travel speeds during peak periods, as well as having a lower construction cost and fewer overall impacts compared to the other options we evaluated.”
A public comment period starts today until April 28. The public can provide input on the preferred alternative and potential environmental impacts through various channels including online submissions, email, postal mail, text message, voicemail or in person at a public hearing.
“We appreciate all the feedback we’ve received during the earlier stages of the study and encourage people to attend our public hearings,” Stromness added. “The option we’re recommending will improve transportation for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists, and we’re looking forward to hearing from the community now that we’re closer to a final decision.”
UDOT plans two public hearings: one in-person event on April 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Ecker Hill Middle School where attendees can review materials and speak with team members; another virtual session via Zoom on April 10 from 6-7:30 p.m., which will be recorded for those unable to attend live.
Following feedback review, UDOT anticipates releasing the Final EIS and Record of Decision later this year.
For further details about providing comments or attending hearings visit the Kimball Junction Environmental Impact Statement website.
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