Heber Valley Bypass

The Wasatch County Council got its first look at how locals might navigate around the proposed Heber Valley bypass routes. It will connect U.S. Highway 40 with U.S. Route 189.

Progress on the bypass plans has accelerated in recent months as, after decades of discussion, UDOT redrew possible routes for the highway and narrowed the options to two finalists.

New drafts from the Utah Department of Transportation show the Heber Valley bypass will prioritize safety and speed, according to the agency.

The Utah Department of Transportation has announced two new options for the Heber Valley bypass to improve traffic in the area. One impacts the North Fields.

The Utah Department of Transportation says its work to decide where to build the Heber Valley bypass is right on schedule.

The Utah Department of Transportation told Wasatch County leaders Wednesday, Jan.15, it will use a two-step screening process to decide where to build the Heber Valley bypass.

Leaders from Wasatch County, Heber City and Midway will meet about plans for the Heber Valley bypass this week, along with issues affecting the greater Wasatch Back.

New route options for the Heber Valley bypass could save up to 10 minutes for drivers going from one end of town to the other.

The Utah Department of Transportation says it’s planning an expedited timeline for the Heber Valley bypass.

The Utah Department of Transportation admitted Wednesday night it waited too long to choose a route for the Heber Valley bypass and now says the process will be “much more painful.”