Construction work to begin on major City roundabout

Construction begins this week on a major intersection upgrade in Eagle Mountain that aims to significantly improve traffic flow at one of the City’s busiest crossings.

The existing roundabout at Pony Express Parkway and Eagle Mountain Boulevard will be removed and replaced with a signalized intersection.

“This is a project a long time in the making, and we’re excited to finally see it done before school begins,” said Eagle Mountain Assistant City Engineer David Salazar.

Work is scheduled to begin Tuesday, with crews starting demolition and progressing through multiple phases of construction. The project is expected to be completed by late July, weather permitting. Construction hours will run Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The project comes with a $3 million price tag and is being fully funded by the City for now. Eagle Mountain officials were awarded funding through the Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG), but that funding will be made available in 2028. The City plans to seek reimbursement in the coming years.

“Since we know this intersection will greatly improve traffic flow for our residents, the City is fronting this project with the reimbursement in the coming years,” says Salazar.

The new signalized intersection will feature multiple lanes in each direction to help alleviate congestion during peak traffic hours—a key concern for many residents and commuters. The current roundabout frequently creates backups, particularly in the mornings and evenings when school and work traffic surges.

“This will resolve many of the current problems during peak rush hours,” Salazar said. “With traffic signals, there will be multiple lanes in and out of the intersection to accommodate heavy flows. Motorists will notice substantial improvements in traffic flow without long wait times in one particular direction.”

To ensure drivers can still navigate the area safely during the construction period, temporary traffic signals will be installed. One lane of travel in each direction will remain open throughout the project.

“During construction, we will have temporary traffic signals to help facilitate better traffic flow,” Salazar added. “We’re doing everything we can to maintain access while also making long-term improvements.”

As part of the intersection work, the American flag and State of Utah flag display currently located at the roundabout will also be removed. The City plans to preserve and reuse the flags and flagpoles by relocating them to the Rodeo Grounds.

The project is one of several traffic infrastructure improvements planned across Eagle Mountain as the City continues to grow at a rapid pace.

“We know this intersection is a pain point for many drivers,” Salazar said. “We’re grateful for the community’s patience during construction and look forward to delivering a much-needed solution that will serve Eagle Mountain well into the future.”

Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra time when traveling through the area over the next couple of months. Updates on the project will be posted on the City’s “What’s Happening” page.