News Releases

September 25 2026

WYDOT begins work on two projects in downtown Jackson

JACKSON, Wyo. The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) and contract crews will begin work this fall on two infrastructure projects prior to the winter season. The targeted improvements include drainpipe installation, a complete traffic signal replacement, concrete slab repairs, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) pedestrian sidewalk upgrades. Construction is scheduled to begin Oct. 1...

September 25 2026

First Wyoming NEVI RFP now live

STATEWIDE – For the first time, the Wyoming Department of Transportation is seeking Requests for Proposals for its National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program funding allocation. The RFP is open until 11 a.m. Nov. 18 and can be accessed here: https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/bid/bidView?bidId=216241 Applicants can select from a variety of eligible location “clusters” around the state, including...

September 24 2026

WYDOT will begin work on milling and paving in Snake River Canyon Monday

HOBACK JUNCTION, Wyo. The Wyoming Department of Transportation and contract crews from H-K Contractors will be milling and paving sections of US 89 in the Snake River Canyon beginning the morning of Monday, Sept. 28th. Work will take place at various locations from mile marker 120 to 139 on US 89 near Hoback Junction. Traffic control will be in place Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. During...

September 24 2026

WYDOT will close the Belt Loop, from Dewar to Blair, for grinding work

Updated Sept. 24 - The closure and work has extended to Friday, Sept. 25. ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT), in coordination with contract crews from Kilgore Companies (doing business as Lewis & Lewis), are continuing work on roadway grinding operations through Friday, Sept. 25. The work is part of an ongoing concrete slab repair project on Wyoming State Highway...

September 23 2026

Wyoming airports generate $3.5 Billion in annual economic impact

STATEWIDE – The Wyoming Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division has released the 2026 Statewide Aviation Economic Impact Study, highlighting the significant role Wyoming public airports play in supporting the state’s economy, local communities and overall quality of life. Of Wyoming's 40 publicly owned, public-use airports, the study examined the 34 paved commercial service and general aviation...