Transportation Commission awards over $56 million in contracts in October
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Transportation Commission awarded over $56 million in contracts for eight Wyoming Department of Transportation construction projects during its October 20 business meeting. The commission awarded a $4.95 million bid to Afton-based Avail Valley Construction-WY, LLC,…
WYDOT announces automated VSL pilot program
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation is announcing an innovative pilot program to semi-automate Variable Speed Limit signs this winter in an effort to increase safety and to accommodate for Wyoming’s quickly-changing weather conditions. Typically, VSL changes are prompted by…
Lower Valley Energy and state agencies working to solve employee housing quandaries
◆ Housing prices turning people away from region. Housing continues to be a big issue for many whether it’s a matter of cost or availability. Recently a story by the Jackson Hole News & Guide through the Wyoming News Exchange…
Housing for state troopers, plow drivers clears hurdle
JACKSON (WNE) — Housing that will be primarily for state troopers and snow plow operators is moving forward. Teton County commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved a preliminary application from the Wyoming Department of Transportation to build housing for its employees…
WYDOT reminds motorists to sign up for winter travel authorization program
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation wants to remind residents and travelers about the offerings under the Wyoming Travel Authorization Program (W-TAP) ahead of the 2022-2023 winter season. Through W-TAP, drivers can apply to receive authorization to travel…
Paving operations in Snake River Canyon will cause delays
Jackson, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation and contract crews from Avail Valley Construction began paving a wearing course today on US 89 through the Snake River Canyon from mileposts 127 to 132. The paving operations should last roughly…
WYDOT’s 2023 STIP now available for comment
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Transportation is seeking public comment and review of its 2023 transportation improvement planning document. WYDOT’s draft 2023 State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) is available at www.dot.state.wy.us/home on the department’s website. People can navigate…
Governor’s fuel prices group focuses on refinery capacity
By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — The best way to bring down high gas costs in Wyoming would be to secure a long-term fuel supply within the state, one industry insider told stakeholders Friday….
Paving commences on Snake River Canyon project, delays continue
Jackson, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation and contract crews from Avail Valley Construction will begin paving operations on US 26/89 through the Snake River Canyon from mileposts 127 to 132. The paving work is expected to last an…
Wyoming 89 reopens between Star Valley and Cokeville
Wyoming 89 has re-opened following the placement of new box culverts on the route connecting U.S. Highway 89 (Idaho 61) with U.S. 30. The Wyoming Department of Transportation reports, the project included installation of eight box culvert replacements. The highway…