26th Street Construction Update

June 22, 2021 Project Update

Wednesday, June 23, through Friday, June 25, crews will be performing utility work in the Lincoln Avenue intersection of 26th Street. North- and southbound traffic will be reduced to alternating one-way traffic from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Traffic will be controlled by flaggers. Please use caution. 

What to expect

• Schedule: Construction will take place Mon. - Fri. from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
• Parking: No on-street parking is allowed, including weekends. 
• Utility Impacts: New utility lines (gas, water, power, communications) will be installed. Planned utility outages will be advised with at least 48 hours notice. Due to the condition of old lines, emergency shutoffs may occur without notice. 

Project Background

The 26th Street Corridor is undergoing full-depth reconstruction between Wall Avenue and Washington Boulevard. This project includes upgrading all underground utilities, new curb, gutter and sidewalk, and new pavement. 

Ogden City has a dedicated public information team for this project. Please contact them using the information below.

HOTLINE: 800-292-3557 

EMAIL: marty.asay@wcg.us

During the Summer of 2021, motorists in Ogden will see an increase in construction-related traffic.  There are multiple projects happening throughout the city and construction is expected to extend through the summer months.  Motorists are encouraged to use mobile applications such WAZE to help them make informed, on-the-go decisions.

Washington Boulevard Reduces to One Lane Each Direction 

May 17 - June 7

Beginning Monday, May 17, Ogden City, in conjunction with the Utah Department of Transportation, will reduce the number of travel lanes along Washington Blvd. between 26th and 24th Streets to one lane in each direction. This is necessary to place 24” waterline under Washington Blvd. The lane reductions will remain in place for approximately three weeks while work is completed.

“This work will take place in two phases,” explains Ogden City Assistant Engineer Taylor Nielsen. “Traffic will shift to the east side of Washington Blvd. for phase I, and then shift to the west side during phase II,” he adds. 

To help traffic move better the signals will give priority to north- and southbound motorists. All left turns will be prohibited from 26^th Street to 24^th Street. Drivers traveling Washington Blvd. should expect delays and consider using alternate routes.

More information is available by calling the City's project hotline: (800) 292-3557 or emailing marty.asay@wcg.us..

During the Summer of 2021, motorists in Ogden will see an increase in construction-related traffic.  There are multiple projects happening throughout the city and construction is expected to extend through the summer months.  Motorists are encouraged to use mobile applications such WAZE to help them make informed, on-the-go decisions.

Ogden BRT

For questions, please contact the Public Relations team.

Hotline | 385-287-6647
Email | ogdenbrt@rideuta.com
Web | RideUTA.com/Ogden

July 9, 2021 Project Update

Washington Blvd.

• The final phase of road reconstruction is nearing completion in the center of Washington Blvd. between 24th and 25th streets, with final paving planned for July 16. Two lanes of traffic are maintained in each direction.
• Station platform work continues on southbound Washington Blvd.

Traffic Impacts

• To accommodate an Ogden City water line crossing at 26^th Street, Washington Blvd. will be reduced to one lane in each direction between 24^th and 27^th streets through June 8. More information is available by calling the City's project hotline: (800) 292-3557 or emailing marty.asay@wcg.us.

 25th Street

• As a precursor to BRT construction, Ogden City is completing a water line replacement between Adams Avenue and Van Buren Avenue.

Harrison Blvd.

As a precursor to BRT construction, Ogden City is beginning a water line replacement between 32nd Street and 36th Street.

In advance of UTA’s BRT construction later this summer, Ogden City is replacing aging water line on Harrison Boulevard between 32nd Street and 36th Street. It is anticipated most of the work will take place during daytime hours Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Due to tight working conditions in the center of the roadway, traffic will be reduced to one northbound lane between 36th St. and 32nd St. during working hours. Two southbound lanes will remain open during working hours. Left-hand turn movements to and from Harrison Blvd. may be blocked throughout the work zone. Please reduce speed through the work zone for your safety and that of our workers.

No on-street parking: We request no on-street parking in the work zone during working hours. Your cooperation provides the needed room for construction equipment and eliminates possible damage to your vehicle. 

Your cooperation is important to us and we ask that you comply with moving your vehicle(s).

Schedule:

June 7 - June 11: Monday, June 7, crews will place a temporary asphalt patch in the 32nd Street intersection moving north. Motorists may encounter intermittent delays as crews shift traffic patterns for paving. Work will then continue throughout the week with crews placing pipe southward toward 33rd Street. 

June 14 - June 18: Pipe work will continue moving south to 34th Street. 

What to Expect:

• Traffic: Northbound traffic reduced to one lane Mon. - Fri. 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. Two southbound lanes will remain open. Left-hand turn movements to and from Harrison Blvd. may be blocked. Please reduce speed through the work zone. 
• Access: Business access will remain open to right turn in, right turn out in the work zone. 

Schedule: Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. with nighttime work from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. as needed through August 2021. 

Weber State Campus

• Stairs and sidewalk are being poured on Lindquist Plaza and utility work and wall installation continue on central campus. Sidewalk closures and detours (shown below) are in effect.
• Utility work is underway at 4400 S./Harrison Blvd., with 4400 S. closed for this work.
• BRT corridor clearing and grubbing is underway between the Dee Events Center, Country Hills Drive and 4225 S., with no traffic impacts.

More information is available by calling the City's project hotline: (800) 292-3557 or emailing marty.asay@wcg.us.

Ogden Canyon Bridge Construction

Overnight Full Closure for Ogden Canyon, 6/21

Crews will close SR-39 in Ogden Canyon Monday, June 21 from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. for construction of a culinary water vault that will help Ogden City maintain its water system. Motorists will need to use alternate routes. The canyon will be open during the day.

What to expect:

• Full canyon closure
• Temporary water shut off for Hermitage Community from 10 p.m.-3 a.m.
• Movement and staging of large construction equipment
• Noise, vibrations

For information about the Ogden City Culinary Water Metering & Hydrant Project

Contact Jeni Goff, Public Involvement

Phone: (385) 262-5188

Email: jgoff@jub.com

May 10, 2021 Project Update

Construction has begun to replace the mid-canyon bridge along SR-39 in Ogden Canyon. While the project progresses, crews are working to improve traffic flows in both directions in the canyon. As the weather warms up and recreational opportunities open at Pineview Reservoir, an increase in traffic and congestion in the canyon is expected. Motorists should expect significant delays during peak morning and evening travel times. UDOT advises motorists to give themselves extra travel time for their commute and recreational outings or use alternate routes when possible.

This project is a continuation of UDOT’s project to rehabilitate three bridges in Ogden Canyon. The mid-canyon bridge will be replaced with an improved bridge that will last 75 years. Work will continue through fall 2021.

Speed limits in work zones are reduced. Motorists should exercise caution while traveling through work zones, heed construction signage and take alternate routes when possible. Plan ahead by checking traffic conditions at udot.utah.gov/traffic, or by downloading the UDOT Traffic app.

For Ogden Canyon Bridges Project questions and concerns:

Website: udot.utah.gov/go/ogdencanyonbridges

Hotline: (801) 509-5906

Email: OgdenCanyonBridges@utah.gov

Media contact:

Zach Whitney

Senior Communication Manager – UDOT Region One

(801) 620-1600

zwhitney@utah.gov