The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is bringing increased communication to drivers traveling in Parleys Canyon and the Park City area.
UDOT Wasatch Back will provide real-time traffic and road condition updates and driver education on social media from its username ‘udotwasatchback’ and a website, wasatchback.udot.utah.gov. This is an extension of the Roads to Recreation program that includes UDOT Cottonwood Canyons, which has helped travelers navigate Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons since 2019.
“Parleys Canyon and Park City are critical corridors for Utah’s winter recreation, and ensuring drivers have access to timely, accurate information is a top priority,” said Becky Parker, UDOT traveler information director, in a statement. “With UDOT Wasatch Back, we’re expanding our reach to make winter travel safer and more efficient for everyone.”
Reporting in this new area will focus on Interstate 80 in Parleys Canyon, U.S. Route 40 between Silver Creek Junction and Mayflower, SR-224 from Kimball Junction into Park City and SR-248 from Quinns Junction into Park City.
“This effort is about giving drivers the tools they need to make informed decisions,” added Parker. “Whether it’s updates on road conditions during a snowstorm, getting to know our plow crews or tips on how to prepare for mountain driving, we’re here to help keep people moving.”
Real-time updates will begin Jan. 22 and include major crash alerts, notifications of the Traction Law going into effect, ski resort parking status and other big impacts to traffic. During storms, footage of road conditions will show drivers exactly what to expect.
Source: Utah Department of Transportation, Fox 13 News Utah
