Jordan River Trail Closure Sparks Outrage – What You Need to Know

Salt Lake City residents are reeling after officials announced a sudden closure of a popular stretch of the Jordan River Trail. The shutdown, effective immediately, has left cyclists, joggers, and nature lovers scrambling for alternatives.

Why Is the Trail Closed?

The closure affects a critical section near 900 South in Salt Lake City due to emergency repairs on a deteriorating pedestrian bridge. City engineers flagged structural concerns, calling the situation a "safety hazard."

• Location: 900 South to 1300 South segment
• Duration: Expected 4-6 weeks
• Detour: No official alternative route provided

Community Backlash

Regular trail users express frustration over the lack of warning. "This is my daily commute route—now I'm stuck figuring out a new way to work," said local cyclist Marcus Greene.

City officials claim the abrupt closure was unavoidable. "Public safety comes first," stated SLC Parks Director Amanda Lee. "We’re working to reopen as quickly as possible."

What’s Next?

While repairs proceed, advocates push for temporary solutions:

1. Signage redirecting users to safer detours
2. Increased police patrols near alternative paths
3. Weekly updates on repair progress

What Do You Think?

• Should the city have given advance notice, even if repairs were urgent?
• Is this closure another example of neglected infrastructure in SLC?
• Would you support a tax increase to fund faster trail maintenance?
• Are alternative routes safe enough, or is the city risking pedestrian accidents?