Construction Start Notice | June 4, 2026

Construction activities began on Wednesday, June 3, in Zion National Park and Hurricane. Through June 12, you can expect to see crews, equipment, and traffic control in the following areas:

• SR-9 Milepost (MP) 2 to 3 (Hurricane)
• SR-9/Zion Mount Carmel Highway MP 45 to 39 (east side of Zion National Park)

Current Active Work Area in Hurricane

Current Active Work Area in Zion National Park

Crews in Hurricane will continue sawcutting, or preparing the roadway for fiber installation, along the shoulder of eastbound SR-9. No direct impacts to drivers are anticipated in this area.

Crews in Zion National Park will continue boring under the road to install fiber cable and maintaining one-way traffic with portable signals. Visitors should anticipate minor traffic delays.*

Construction schedules are subject to change due to weather, utility, and material

What to Expect:

• Outside Zion National Park: Daytime work Monday through Saturday, except holidays
• Inside Zion National Park: Daytime and nighttime work Monday through Thursday, except holidays
• Noise, dust, and vibrations
• Lane shifts and restrictions
• Heavy equipment, crews, and support vehicles
• Minor delays

Attention: Motorcyclists, Cyclists, and Drivers:

There are trenches, uneven road surfaces, and loose pieces of gravel throughout the project corridor. Please use caution and prioritize safety while traveling through the construction area. Watch for lane shifts, crews, equipment, and any posted signage.

Project Overview

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is installing over 50 miles of fiber optic cable along State Route 9 and the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway. The fiber optic network will support various Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) devices, including traffic cameras, road signs, and weather stations. This initiative is part of UDOT's broader effort to expand and modernize the state's fiber optic infrastructure and enhance connectivity.

Work began Wednesday, June 3, and is anticipated to be completed by December 2026.

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