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UDOT proposes raised median at 1500 West and Highway 40 to curb crashes; some business access concerns voiced
Summary
UDOT proposed a raised median restricting left turns at the skewed 1500 West/Highway 40 intersection to reduce crashes; UDOT said the site does not meet signal warrants and estimated a median at ~$100,000 (UDOT-funded) versus a $1 million signal. Police said the change could improve safety and the City will hold a public meeting for comments.
Eric Mason, Region 3 Traffic Operations Engineer for UDOT, presented a safety proposal to install a raised median with reflective delineators at the 1500 West and Highway 40 intersection, saying the design would limit left turns to reduce the movements most commonly associated with crashes and noting the intersection "does not meet traffic volume requirements" for a signal. Mason cited a relatively low turning volume and a skewed roadway angle that can cause drivers to misjudge gaps.
Mayor Corey Foley and some councilmembers said they had received feedback from nearby businesses and residents concerned about restricted access and potential cut-through traffic; Police Chief Mike Gledhill said "from a law enforcement perspective the proposal could improve safety," citing past serious crashes including rollovers. UDOT noted the median project is estimated around $100,000 (UDOT-funded) while a signal could approach $1 million with a potential City contribution of $300,000–$400,000. A public meeting and formal comment period will inform next steps.
