Wyoming 511 is the official roadcondition and traffic information reporting app of the WyomingDepartment of Transportation (WYDOT).
The WyomingDepartment of Transportation (WYDOT) announced on the morning of Saturday, June 8, that the roadway at milepost 12.8 had “catastrophically failed,” and that “a long-term closure is expected.”
RoadConditions. Roads may be icy or snow-covered, especially in higher elevations. Chains or 4WD may be required in some areas. Check WYDOT (WyomingDepartment of Transportation) forupdates.
Every winter, the WyomingDepartment of Transportation leaves the two mountainpasses through the Sierra Madres and Snowy Range unplowed. Highway 70 and Highway 130 close to through traffic.
Currently WYDOT pre-treats roads with a salt-brine solution that helps prevent the roads from icing over when possible.“Go with salt on the interstate, but keep the gravel on the highwaysand county roads.”
Use real-timeroadcondition monitoring for current pass accessibility. Time departures for optimal weather windows, typically early morning. Develop comprehensive backup plans, including alternative routes and transportation.
Officials with the WyomingDepartment of Transportation say motorists should be prepared for winter driving conditions over the next few days. WYDOT spokesperson Jeff Goetz says it’s wise for motorists to stock their vehicles with emergency supplies before hitting the road.
- WyomingDepartment of Transportation. A separate mudslide closed the road on .WYDOT remains on site decisively engaged on fixing the road and restoring connectivity to the Teton Valley,” Darin Westby, the department’s director, said in a statement.
The WyomingDepartment of Transportation (WYDOT) says this has been increasing in recent winters. WYDOT said drivers sometimes miss or ignore signage alerting the highway is closed.
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The WyomingDepartment of Transportation (WYDOT) has announced that a significant section of Teton Pass, a key highway in western Wyoming, has collapsed due to a massive landslide. O. Outlook International Desk. Updatedon: 6:12 pm.
Monitor current roadconditions by visiting the Wyoming Dept. of Transportation (WYDOT) or by calling 5-1-1. Get current roadconditions, web camera images, road alerts, and much more on your mobile device by downloading the Wyoming 511 Mobile App.
Teton Pass avalanche closed due to high danger. WYDOT crews are working on mitigation.
WYDOTprovides many resources for checking road and weather conditions, such as the 511 app, the Wyoming Travel Information Map, and multiple webcams.
