Additional pothole repairs on WYO 22 bridge will cause delays

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT), along with contract crews from Ames Construction, will be repairing potholes on the Snake River bridge on Wyoming State Highway 22 at the intersection of Wyoming State Highway 390 tomorrow, from noon to 2 p.m. due to recent deterioration. Crews are working to alleviate road damage on the bridge to ease commuting through the construction project during...

WYDOT receives $24.3 million federal grant for Kemmerer wildlife crossing project

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In a victory for transportation safety and wildlife, the Wyoming Department of Transportation will receive a $24.3 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to complete a wildlife crossing project south of Kemmerer. The grant will be used for the Kemmerer Wildlife Crossing Project on U.S. Highway 189 in southwest Wyoming. The project will consist of five underpasses, one overpass...

WYO 70 over Battle Pass to close for winter season

LARAMIE, Wyo. —Highway 70 over Battle Pass in the Sierra Madres has officially closed for the season. Wyoming Department of Transportation crews in Baggs and Saratoga decided weather forecasts and current road conditions warranted closing the section of WYO 70 yesterday. WYO 70 through Battle Pass (mile markers 27-50) closed Sunday due to strong winds as well as drifting and blowing snow. WYDOT crews...

WYDOT announces NEVI Request for Information

CHEYENNE, Wyo.  – The Wyoming Department of Transportation is issuing a Request for Information to gauge interest from potential station owners interested in participating in the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program. In 2021, the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act allocated funding through the NEVI program for electric vehicle charging infrastructure along key corridors throughout...

Wyoming Department of Transportation announces exciting hiring bonus for all permanent positions

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation is thrilled to announce a new and enticing hiring initiative to attract top talent to join our dynamic team. WYDOT is offering a generous signing bonus of $2,000 for all permanent positions within the agency. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing our recruitment efforts and ensuring that we continue to provide exceptional service to the...