Taylorsville, Utah – A major traffic crash on State Route 68 in Taylorsville led to a complete shutdown of all travel lanes in both directions late Monday, creating significant disruptions for evening commuters and travelers in the southwest Salt Lake Valley.
According to Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), the crash occurred on SR-68 northbound at the complex interchange involving Redwood Road and the I-215 southbound westbound off-ramp. Due to the severity and location of the incident, traffic was halted entirely in both directions.
What We Know About the SR-68 Crash
UDOT officials confirmed that all lanes on SR-68 were closed in both northbound and southbound directions, along with the right shoulders on both sides of the roadway. The closure affected traffic moving through one of Taylorsville’s busiest connector routes, especially during peak evening hours.
The crash was reported at SR-68 north at northbound Redwood Road, directly adjacent to the I-215 South westbound off-ramp. Authorities did not immediately release details about how many vehicles were involved or whether injuries were reported.
Traffic Impact and Lane Closures
Because SR-68 serves as a key north-south route for commuters traveling between Taylorsville and surrounding communities, the closure caused immediate congestion on nearby roads. Drivers were forced to seek alternate routes, including local surface streets and nearby highways, which also began experiencing delays…