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WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah — Big changes are happening on 4700 South, and dealing with the frustration that comes with the orange barrels will be worth the wait.
To the average commuter, it may seem like new pavement is the focus of the Kearns Metro Township and West Valley City 4700 South Reconstruction Project, but there's more to the madness.
"One of the main purposes of this project is to accommodate future travel," Maridene Alexander from Great Salt Lake Municipal Services District said. "These roadways are just getting busier and busier so this is a much-needed project. We are looking into the future, you know, 20, 30 years from now."
What does the future of the 4700 South look like? Not only will the current pavement be replaced, but an additional eastbound lane will be added from 4800 West 4000 West resulting in two lanes in each direction.
New curbs, gutters, and sidewalks will be added. Bike lanes are also on the way to improve and promote all means of transportation.
"This project is intended to reduce the congestion that's on this road and improve safety," Alexander said. "The traffic patterns have been moved, even the lights have moved somewhat so we are really asking for people to pay attention when they're driving in this area."
As the work progresses lane closures in each direction will take place through the end of the year.
