Construction Update | June 11, 2026

Construction began on Wednesday, June 3, in Zion National Park and Hurricane. Since then, crews have already trenched through over 10,000 feet of roadway!

Through June 19, you can expect to see crews, additional equipment, and traffic control in the following areas:

SR-9 Milepost (MP) 2 to 4 (Hurricane)
SR-9/Zion Mount Carmel Highway MP 39 to 42 (east side of Zion National Park)

Current Active Work Area in Hurricane

Current Active Work Area in Zion National Park

In Hurricane:

Crews will continue conduit installation along the shoulder of eastbound SR-9.
No direct impacts to drivers are anticipated.

In Zion National Park:

Crews will continue trenching in the road to install fiber conduit and junction boxes, which connect the conduit and provide access points.
Traffic will be reduced to one lane controlled by portable signals.
Visitors should anticipate minor traffic delays.*

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

Project Crews and equipment in Zion National Park

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
Lane shifts and restrictions
Heavy equipment, crews, and support vehicles
Delays up to 12 minutes inside Zion National Park

ATTENTION: Motorcyclists, Cyclists, and Drivers

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's Zion Canyon Fiber Optics Project will:

Install over 50 miles of fiber optic cable along State Route 9 and the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway
Support ITS devices such as traffic cameras, road signs, and weather stations
Help expand and modernize the state's fiber optic infrastructure
Enhance connectivity

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

Project Map

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