Herriman podcast warns of Bangerter Highway lane closure, urges safer driving

John LaFollette relayed a traffic advisory and the mayor used the occasion to press residents on safer driving during a Jan. 8 podcast.

LaFollette said city staff received email notice that 'there's going to be a lane closure on Bangerter Highway between Hundred And 34th Southbound to 27th Lehi tomorrow, Friday' for a drainage investigation and that the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) will post official updates. He added the closure is not within Herriman city limits but said it may cause local travel restrictions.

The mayor urged drivers to slow down on new roads and to 'stop driving stupid,' urging people to 'put your phone down' and 'follow the speed limit.' The hosts also advised residents to use navigation tools and to give themselves extra travel time while work is underway.

Why it matters: lane closures on major corridors can delay commutes and affect local traffic patterns; the city suggested residents check UDOT notices for schedule updates and to report local safety issues to city staff.

Practical details and advice: LaFollette said UDOT will share timing and details; Herriman reiterated that the closure is an outside-agency action. Residents were asked to consult official traffic updates and the city’s online calendar for related advisories.

The hosts closed the item by reminding listeners that many city issues are solved faster when residents report them directly to staff via the city’s official contact channels.