The Kennecott Transportation Study: Check It Out
On the road to Kennecott. (Photo, Country Journal archives) REPORT FROM THE KENNECOTT TRANSPORTATION STUDY NOVEMBER 4TH, 2026 What is t...
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| On the road to Kennecott. (Photo, Country Journal archives) |
REPORT FROM THE KENNECOTT TRANSPORTATION STUDY
The Kennecott Transportation Study will build upon the McCarthy Road PEL and other past work and existing efforts (including the 2013 Kennecott Operations and Management Plan and updates, the recent 2024 Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark Management Strategy for NPS Managed Lands, and the NPS’ ongoing emergency evacuation planning effort). The study will inform future transportation and access planning in and around Kennecott.
The study seeks to identify opportunities to improve transportation and visitor access while protecting Kennecott's historic character, cultural resources, and scenic setting. Recommendations may address parking, pedestrian connections, multimodal travel, wayfinding, and access to key destinations throughout the Kennicott Valley.
Throughout the process, the study will align with the NPS Facility Investment Strategy pillars of “invest in our heritage” and “invest in our visitors.” Our goal will be to meet local needs while also stewarding national trust for access to this important area.
Anticipated Kennecott Transportation Study Schedule
Phase 1: Understanding Current Conditions (Fall 2026 – Spring 2027)
Gather information about transportation conditions, needs, and challenges.
Gather input from residents, stakeholders, and the public.
Phase 2: Exploring Solutions (Spring 2027 – Summer 2027)
Develop and evaluate potential transportation improvement recommendations.
Share ideas and gather public and stakeholder input.
Begin drafting the transportation study and its implementation plan
Phase 3: Finalizing the Plan (Summer 2027 – Fall 2027)
Refine recommendations based on feedback.
Complete a plan that recommends transportation improvements
What’s next and how to stay involved
Get on the study’s mailing list. If you would like to continue to receive updates on the Kennecott Transportation Study through next year, please let us know by emailing brett.watson@jacobs.com. We’ll plan on sharing updates through this mailing list at key study milestones. If you DO NOT want to continue receiving updates on this study, then no further action is needed.
Learn more online. Visit our study website to learn more about this study and review additional resources.
Look for more information this winter. We’ll share an update on our early work and an invitation for feedback.
