Westpointe and Jordan Meadows Neighborhood Byway

Responsive Margin

June 2026 update: The Neighborhood Byway is nearly complete. Final work remains on the two enhanced crosswalks at 1700 North and Morton Drive, and 1700 North and Fernleaf Street. Construction of these crossings is anticipated to be completed later this summer.

What’s a Neighborhood Byway?

Neighborhood Byways are quiet residential streets designed for safe and comfortable walking, biking, and rolling. With safer crosswalks, traffic calming, bicycle-friendly design, wayfinding signs, and better connections to destinations, these routes offer a pleasant alternative to busy roads. Salt Lake City is building a network of people-friendly streets that makes active transportation an easy choice for everyday trips. Discover all the routes and learn more on the byways home page.

Jordan Meadows and Westpointe

This byway links the Jordan Meadows and Westpointe neighborhoods, passing near parks, schools, and connecting to destinations like the Jordan River Trail, Regional Athletic Complex, and the State of Utah employment center.

We’ve drafted designs for the Jordan Meadows Westpointe Byway using your feedback and extensive planning.

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Timeline

Spring 2024: Announce preliminary designs and gather public feedback

Fall 2024: Final design

Summer 2025: Construction

Frequently asked questions

What changes are considered along these routes?

Street changes along these routes will be evaluated through a planning and public engagement process. Improvements may include:

Crossing upgrades ranging from flashing signs to traffic signals, based on traffic speed, volume, and safety needs
Traffic calming features like speed humps, traffic circles, and chicanes to reduce speeding and discourage cut-through traffic
Curb extensions (or bulb-outs) at intersections to shorten crossing distances and slow turning vehicles
Curb ramps designed for bicyclists to easily access pedestrian push buttons at signalized crossings
Wayfinding signs and pavement markings to guide people along the route
Greening elements, such as trees, landscaped medians, or planters, to enhance comfort

These are examples of tools we consider when planning Neighborhood Byways. Not all of these features will be included in every project—final designs are based on community input, technical analysis, and available funding.

How is a street chosen to be a Neighborhood Byway?

Neighborhood Byways are identified in the Salt Lake City’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and are commonly located along streets with the following characteristics:

Narrow residential streets with low to modest vehicle traffic speeds and volumes
Direct connections between parks, schools, businesses, and other community destinations
Greening along the route such as shade trees

Will this affect access to my home?

You’ll still be able to easily reach your home. Neighborhood Byways make streets safe and comfortable for walking, biking, and rolling with children or pets. This may require traffic calming measures and minor street changes to slow vehicle speeds and reduce cut-through traffic, but access to your property will remain unchanged.

Can I drive my car on a Neighborhood Byway?

Yes, vehicles are allowed, but Neighborhood Byway routes are improved for active modes of transportation such as walking and biking.

Will bike lanes be added?

No. Byways use traffic calming, signage, and pavement markings to create a shared street space rather than painted bike lanes.

Will this affect on-street parking?

Byways typically have little to no impact on parking. In some locations, parking restrictions may be added within 30 feet of a crosswalk or stop sign to improve visibility—an approach known as “daylighting.” While parking is already prohibited in these areas by law, it’s often not signed or enforced. Daylighting helps everyone see and be seen at intersections, making the street safer for all users.

Will emergency vehicles, garbage trucks, and snow plows be able to use the street?

Yes. Neighborhood Byways maintain full access for emergency vehicles and city services. When traffic calming is needed, we use speed cushions instead of traditional speed humps. These raised sections have cutouts wide enough for fire trucks and emergency vehicles to pass through at normal speed, while still slowing passenger cars.

Citywide byways map

The following Byway routes were identified in Salt Lake City’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan.