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Monday, June 16, 2025

Fiber Optics in Logan Canyon Update

 

Construction Update | June 16, 2025

Driver Safety Reminders: Use caution and prioritize safety while travelling through the construction area. Reduce speed, follow posted signage and be alert of crew members and equipment.

Installing fiber optic conduit along US - 89 in Logan Canyon

Upcoming Construction Activities

Crews will continue trenching for fiber conduit installation in the traffic lanes at the following locations:

  • Milepost (MP) 470.5 to 472.5 (near Right Hand Fork)
  • Milepost 486 to 487 (near SR-243)


This work includes rock saw excavation, allowing for precise material removal with minimal impact to surrounding structures.


Additionally, crews will perform milling on Monday, June 16, followed by paving operations on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 17–18, between MP 487 to 488. Please drive with caution through the work zones.


Drivers can anticipate traffic delays and signalized one-way traffic at multiple locations throughout the project area.

Project Overview

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is undertaking a project to install fiber optics cable in Logan Canyon. This fiber optic cable installation will improve broadband access in Logan Canyon, allowing for easier and more reliable community connection for Logan City, Garden City, and Beaver Mountain Resort. It will also strengthen and enhance communication capabilities, strengthen emergency service support and create opportunities for these communities to expand services and improve connectivity.


Work began in early May and will last approximately 18 months.

What to Expect

  • Daytime work Monday - Thursday, Friday 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Occasional weekend work
  • Winter shutdown with finish work through fall 2026
  • Moving operations throughout the canyon
  • One way traffic with temporary signals, at various locations
  • Delays are anticipated throughout the canyon
  • Noise, dust, and vibration
  • Heavy equipment, support vehicles, and crew members

CAUTION: Motorcyclists and cyclists

  • Uneven roadway surface in travel lanes


*Construction schedules and traffic impacts are subject to change

due to weather, utility, equipment and material delays.

Project Map

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Contact Us

Public Involvement Team

Hotline: 801-996-7086

Email: logancanyonfiber@utah.gov

Website: udotinput.utah.gov/logancanyonfiber

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