Construction on the Bobsled Express bus rapid transit system on SR-224 is nearing the end of its first full construction season. The project, which aims to provide frequent and reliable transit between Kimball Junction and Old Town, has seen major milestones completed in several segments as the first year of work wraps up.
Progress in Segment 1
Major work has been completed in Segment 1, located at Park Ave. and Deer Valley Dr. According to High Valley Transit, this segment now features new turning lanes designed to improve traffic flow, as well as new traffic signals and street lighting. The project also included the installation of new sidewalks and drainage improvements intended to protect the roadway for years to come. Additionally, crews have rebuilt curbs, gutters, driveways, and paved surfaces that were impacted by the construction activities.
Segment 4 Ahead of Schedule
Work at Segment 4, spanning from McPolin Barn to Holiday Ranch Loop Rd., is reported to be ahead of schedule. High Valley Transit stated that crews have installed new landscaped medians, enhanced the aesthetics of the corridor, and paved and striped the roadway. This segment also received improved drainage infrastructure to support long-term transit needs.
Infrastructure and Station Updates
Significant progress has been reported in Segments 6 and 7, which run from Olympic Blvd. to Canyons Resort Dr. According to High Valley Transit, work in this area included the installation of major drainage systems, the relocation of water, fiber, and utility meters, and the removal and reconstruction of a retaining wall. Developers also created a new detention pond in this section.
Improvements to intersections and signals have been made at Old Ranch, Silver Springs Drive, and Olympic Boulevard. Additionally, construction has begun on the Bobsled and Cutter Lane BRT stations, alongside upgrades to the local bus stop at Olympic Boulevard.
Long-Term Transit Goals
The UDOT Wasatch Back project overview notes that the SR-224 BRT project will construct dedicated bus and mixed-flow lanes to provide fast and reliable transit service. While early work activities took place in fall 2025 to prepare for major construction in spring 2026, the full BRT service on SR-224 is slated to begin in 2028.
Winter Outlook and 2027 Plans
As the 2026 construction season concludes, which ran from April to November 2026, several changes will occur for local travelers. High Valley Transit noted that traffic control will be removed and trails will be reopened. Crews will continue to work on local bus stops throughout the winter months as weather permits.
Work is scheduled to resume in the spring of 2027. The upcoming 2027 construction phase will include widening the southbound side of SR-224 between Bear Hollow Drive and White Pine Canyon Road, as well as the northbound section between McPolin Barn and Kearns Boulevard. The next phase will also involve the construction of BRT stations, which will feature canopies, real-time information boards, lighting, and landscaping.
Regional Improvement Context
The SR-224 project is part of a broader suite of improvements in the Summit County and Parleys Canyon area. According to the UDOT Wasatch Back project information, the region is seeing 12 different projects over the next two years. These include the replacement of four miles of pavement, the improvement or replacement of eight bridges, and the improvement of three intersections.
Other notable projects in the area include the Kimball Junction improvements, which are currently in the design phase with construction slated for 2028. These improvements aim to add capacity to I-80 ramps and add turn lanes, travel lanes, and bike lanes on SR-224 intersections at Ute Boulevard and Olympic Parkway.
