Zion Motors

09/17/2026

Today is a big construction day for a us. The Interstate Rock Products Inc. Guys are doing a great job doing whatever they can to reduce the inconvenience but today our south entrance will be closed all day 9/17. The way to get to us is the 900 S stoplight and follow the road around. It is easy!

07/24/2026

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This Pioneer Day, we're celebrating the hardworking men and women who helped build Utah and the values that still guide us today.

At Zion Motors, we believe in honest work, quality repairs, and treating every customer like family—just as we have since 1983.

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07/23/2026

Have a great weekend everyone!

We provide full maintenance and repair services for diesel and domestic vehicles.

07/23/2026

See You Monday! Have a Great Weekend.

We provide full maintenance and repair services for diesel and domestic vehicles.

07/16/2026

Bluff Street construction update from Zion Motors:

I attended the second Community Coordination Team meeting today. Not a lot of big new information, but there are a few things worth sharing.

In the next couple of days, Interstate Rock will begin installing the large drainage pipe under Bluff Street. These pipes are huge when you stand next to them. This big pipe will eventually replace the ditch along the side of the road and should help eliminate a lot of the constant maintenance that has gone along with that ditch over the years.

One thing I appreciated hearing is that Interstate Rock Products Inc. has agreed to work in a much tighter-than-normal work area so they can keep as much room open for traffic as possible. That should help reduce the impact on drivers and businesses.

Here’s the basic plan:

Phase 1A / 1B:

Pipe work will start near Blackridge / Maverik and head north to 900 South.
At the same time, another crew will work from 300 South to 100 South.

Phase 1C:

Pipe work will continue from 900 South to 300 South.

The Blackridge / Maverik to 900 South section will be done at night to reduce the impact. During that night work, Bluff Street will narrow to one lane each direction.

Another good thing: Interstate Rock said they will touch up temporary business accesses each day as needed, with the goal of keeping the drop going in and out to no more than 2 inches.

So far, I’ve been impressed with how hard Interstate Rock is trying to keep traffic moving and keep businesses accessible.

Also, does anyone have any cool old Bluff Street flood photos? Since this part of the project is about drainage, I’d love to see any pictures people have of flooding, water in the ditch, or old Bluff Street storm issues.

For official project information, UDOT’s project site is here:
https://udotinput.utah.gov/g4357

This isn’t an official UDOT update just me, Karl Hafen at Zion Motors, sharing what I learn as part of the CCT.

07/15/2026

Bluff Street access update from Zion Motors:

Good news !! Our south entrance is now open.

If you’re coming from the north or already on Bluff Street near the shop, access should be much easier now.

One reminder: if you are coming north on Bluff Street, the 950 South intersection is still closed, so you’ll still need to turn at the 900 South light and follow 900 South around to the shop.

I also want to give credit where it’s due. So far, I’ve been very pleased with Interstate Rock Products Inc., the contractor on the project. They seem to be doing everything they can to keep the impact on businesses as small as possible. They’ve had a large crew out here, they’re moving fast, and they’ve been working hard to get closures removed as quickly as they can.

Construction is still going to be inconvenient, but so far I really appreciate the effort being made to keep us accessible.

We’re open, our south entrance is open, and we’re here if you need us.

We provide full maintenance and repair services for diesel and domestic vehicles.

07/13/2026

Bluff Street access update:

Our two normal Bluff Street entrances are blocked off right now, but don’t worry there is still EASY access to Zion Motors.

During today’s roto-milling, the easiest way in is:

Turn at the 900 South stop light
Follow 900 South around
You’ll come right to the shop

It’s a simple little loop, and you don’t need to do anything complicated.

We’re open and easy to get to. Thanks for working around the construction with us!

07/07/2026

Hi, this is Karl Hafen from Zion Motors.

I wanted to share a quick update about the Bluff Street construction project since it’s going to affect a lot of us over the next year.

I was asked to serve on the Community Coordination Team for the project, and I went to the first meeting with UDOT, the design team, Interstate Rock, and several other local business and community members.

I’ll be honest I went in a little worried. Construction on Bluff Street is going to be inconvenient no matter what. But I came away feeling better than I expected.

I was impressed with the people involved and with how much thought has already gone into the project. They seem to understand that Bluff Street is not just a road. It’s where people work, eat, stay, shop, get their cars fixed, and try to get through town every day.

From what I understand so far, work is scheduled to start July 6. Roto-milling is expected around July 13, and storm drain work should begin around July 20. The project is expected to take about 300 days.

The work includes drainage improvements, widening, curb and sidewalk work, resurfacing, raised medians, landscaping, and some turn-lane improvements. It will happen in phases, with the west side first and the east side later.

One thing I was glad to hear is that business access is a major part of the discussion. They talked about giving advance notice before entrance closures and doing what they can to keep driveways open as much as possible.

As part of the CCT, I’ll be attending monthly meetings during the project. The next meeting is July 15. If you have a question or concern you’d like me to ask, send it my way and I’ll do my best to bring it up.

I’ll try to post an update after each monthly meeting, and I may post more often if there is news, a change, or just something useful to share.

This isn’t an official UDOT update just me, Karl, a local business owner on Bluff Street trying to stay involved and help keep people informed.

07/04/2026

Have a Happy and SAFE 4th of July everyone!!

06/19/2026

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