Salt Lake County, Utah — Southbound Interstate 15 is closed at Bangerter Highway, disrupting traffic and prompting drivers to seek alternate routes.
According to the Utah Highway Patrol, the southbound lanes of I-15 were shut down near the Bangerter Highway interchange Tuesday, with officials warning the closure could remain in place for several hours.
Authorities posted the alert on social media urging motorists to avoid the area and plan alternate travel routes while crews respond to the situation.
“Southbound I-15 is closed at Bangerter Highway,” the Utah Highway Patrol said in a public notice. “Expect full or partial closures for several hours. Avoid the area and find an alternative route.”
Officials did not immediately release details about what caused the closure or how many lanes are affected beyond the southbound shutdown.
Traffic disruptions are expected along nearby routes as drivers divert from the interstate. Bangerter Highway and surrounding surface streets may experience heavier congestion while the closure remains in effect.
Transportation officials often close major interstate segments to allow emergency responders, investigators, or cleanup crews to work safely following incidents.
Drivers traveling through Salt Lake County are encouraged to check traffic updates and allow extra travel time until the interstate reopens.
The closure affects one of the region’s busiest commuter corridors, potentially impacting afternoon travel and regional freight traffic.
Students, commuters, and evening shift workers traveling through the I-15 corridor may experience longer travel times while the closure remains active.
Authorities said updates will be provided once lanes begin reopening.
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