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West Temple Sewer Line Project

Overview

We are rehabilitating the aging sewer line along West Temple from 1300 South to Utopia Ave. The contractor is using an innovative trenchless method, which accesses the sewer from manholes to reline the pipe. An above ground temporary sewer bypass will be in place along West Temple and nearby streets. Work will be conducted in segments.

Timeline

Phase 1 construction between 1300 South and 1700 South began on Oct 6, 2025. This phase will occur in 3 segments over several months. Each segment is expected to take approximately 5 weeks to complete, pending that there are no unforeseen conditions in the sewer line.

Map showing segment 1 phase 1 of West Temple Sewer Line project
Segment 1 of Phase 1: From approximately Andrew Avenue to 1700 South
Segment 2 of Phase 1: From approximately Harris Avenue to mid-block between 1300 South and 1400 South
Segment 3 of Phase 1: From approximately mid-block between Merrimac Avenue and Andrew Avenue to 1300 South

Construction Impacts

West Temple:

  • West Temple will be restricted to local traffic only
  • No on-street parking along the east side of West Temple
  • Some side streets will be closed to accommodate work
  • Garbage pick-up and mail delivery will not be interrupted during construction
  • Anticipate brief sewer service interruptions. Residents and businesses will be notified 24-48 hours in advance of any interruptions.

Temporary Sewer Bypass Pipe:

  • A temporary sewer bypass pipe will be in place during Phase 1 along West Temple, Main Street, 1700 South, Merrimac Avenue, 1400 South and Jefferson Street
  • Left turns will be restricted on portions of Main Street and West Temple where the sewer bypass pipe will not be buried
  • The sewer bypass pipe will restrict left turns along the road and from side streets
  • Please plan to use alternate routes and to access homes and businesses with right turns only

For more information

You may reach the project team by phone at 801-669-8331 or by email at [email protected].

Please email “Updates” to [email protected] to receive project updates.