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Daggett County and UDOT advance trail talks; county seeks flexible asphalt sourcing and bridge funding options
Summary
County staff reported progress with UDOT on a trail project that may shift under UDOT funding, discussed efforts to avoid wetland mitigation using a March memo, explored using Wyoming asphalt certified by Ydot for federal-funded work, and said bridge funding applications (including a Green River span) are forthcoming.
Daggett County staff told commissioners that UDOT is preparing to take the lead on a trail project and that the county is working to minimize wetland mitigation requirements. Staff said they are preparing specifications to allow asphalt sourced from Wyoming (certified by Wyoming's Ydot) to be used on the Utah-funded project, arguing that federal funding rules should accept equivalent state certification.
Why it matters: moving the trail under UDOT's funding umbrella could change the project's environmental and mitigation responsibilities, influence procurement rules and affect schedule and costs. Allowing a Wyoming asphalt supplier could lower costs or expand procurement options, but staff said certification details still need to be finalized.
Key points from the meeting: county staff reported a recent meeting with UDOT on wetlands and said a March memo may reduce mitigation needs; staff are preparing mitigation plans in case mitigation proves necessary. Staff also said they will issue specifications that could permit a Wyoming asphalt provider certified by Ydot to supply asphalt for a federally funded project on the Utah side, subject to certification acceptance. The commission noted a bridge to be evaluated for potential funding: the Green River crossing near Derbys.
Next steps: staff said they will finalize procurement specifications, continue UDOT coordination, submit any bridge funding applications, and prepare mitigation plans if required.
Ending: staff asked the commission for direction if additional county matching or scheduling decisions become necessary once UDOT clarifies funding and mitigation obligations.
