Outdoor enthusiasts and Jordan River Trail frequenters can breathe a collective sigh of relief as the end of construction nears for a local favorite hiking and biking path. According to Utah County, the remediation efforts on the trail that were forced to start in mid-January of 2025, due to past erosion and flood damage, are now close to wrapping up, with May 15 marked on the calendar as the finish line.
The project tackled issues in three essential segments of the trail: North End, Middle, and South End. Notable for its rapid progress is the North End segment, where bank stabilization has been recently completed. Despite the challenges that often derail similar outdoor projects, it seems the team was able to almost entirely avoid delays and now only waits for warmer weather to lay down the new asphalt.
Of particular concern was the Middle section near Thanksgiving Point Trailhead Park, which had borne the brunt of the damage during flooding back in 2023. "Repairs in this section are complete," Utah County reports, ensuring that although the park's parking lot remains a construction zone for now, it is only temporary.
Last in line for a facelift is the South End, where excavation and reconstruction efforts are estimated to be three-quarters done. The area, situated close to the 2100 North overpass, has seen extensive work to prevent future erosive damage from threatening the trail again. For those looking to still enjoy the trail, detour signage has been provided as part of the county's commitment to maintain public safety and ensure that trail users can conveniently redirect around the temporary closures.
Throughout this period, the community's patience has not gone unnoticed. "Utah County thanks residents and trail users for their continued patience and cooperation during this critical remediation effort," as per Utah County. With May swiftly approaching, the prospect of the Jordan River Trail's full return seems all but certain, inviting locals and visitors alike to once again enjoy the restored beauty and improved safety of this cherished natural corridor.
