State Route 9 is the only route to the Town of Springdale and the main entrance to Zion National Park. This small state route facilitated traffic for over 4.2 million visitors in 2017, a number that is expected to continue growing. Through an incredible partnership with the Town of Springdale, Zion National Park, multiple utility companies and the community, UDOT was able to design a project that met the goals of all partners. Due to the seasonal influx of tourist traffic (over 4 million visitors in 2017), the project needed to be constructed in the winter months to avoid creating a total standstill on the roadway and a complete disruption of the residents and businesses in Town. By working together to Keep Utah Moving, the new road increased safety and mobility, invited tourism and maintained the existing character of the community. The project also provided new facilities to encourage active transportation between the Town and Park.