Utah State Route 172
In today's world, Utah State Route 172 is a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide spectrum of individuals and groups. Whether due to its impact on society, its historical relevance or its influence in the scientific field, Utah State Route 172 is a topic that does not leave anyone indifferent. Over the years, this topic has generated endless debate and discussion, as well as numerous research and publications that have contributed to enriching knowledge about it. In this article, we will explore the different facets of Utah State Route 172 and analyze its importance in various contexts, with the aim of offering a comprehensive and enriching vision of this impactful and intriguing topic.
State Route 172 | ||||
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| 5600 West | ||||
 SR-172 highlighted in red | ||||
| Route information | ||||
| Maintained by UDOT | ||||
| Length | 9.218 mi (14.835 km) | |||
| Existed | 1985–present | |||
| Major junctions | ||||
| South end | 6200 South in Kearns | |||
 SR-171 in West Valley City SR-201 in West Valley City | ||||
| North end |  I-80 in Salt Lake City | |||
| Location | ||||
| Country | United States | |||
| State | Utah | |||
| Highway system | ||||
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State Route 172 (SR-172) is a state highway in the U.S. state of Utah connecting 6200 South and West Valley City to SR-201 and I-80 via 5600 West in a span of 9.22 miles (14.84 km). The highway was formed in 1985.
Route description
The route begins at the junction of 6200 South and 5600 West and heads due north on the latter as a two-lane undivided highway, with wide shoulders on each side. Past the intersection of SR-173, the road widens to four lanes. Past the diamond interchange at SR-201, the route loses two lanes in each direction. The highway continues in this manner until it terminates at the diamond interchange at I-80.
All of SR-172 has been included in the National Highway System.
History
State Route 172 was formed in 1985 by the Utah Transportation Commission. Since the route's formation, it has not been changed.
Major intersections
The entire route is in Salt Lake County.
| Location | mi | km | Destinations | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kearns | 0.000 | 0.000 | 6200 South | Southern terminus | |
| West Valley City | 0.993 | 1.598 |  SR-173 (5400 South) | ||
| 3.993 | 6.426 | SR-171 (3500 South) | |||
| Salt Lake City | 5.933– 6.086 | 9.548– 9.794 | SR-201 – Magna, Salt Lake City | ||
| 9.005– 9.218 | 14.492– 14.835 | I-80 – Wendover, Salt Lake City | Northern terminus | ||
| 1.000 mi = 1.609 km; 1.000 km = 0.621 mi | |||||
References
- ^ a b "State Route 172 Highway reference". Utah Department of Transportation.
- ^ "Google Maps". Google.
- ^ "Utah National Highway System". UDOT Data Portal. Retrieved January 22, 2019.
- ^ Utah Department of Transportation, Highway Resolutions: "SR-172". (838 KB), updated November 2007, accessed July 2008
- ^ "State Highway Map". Utah Department of Transportation. Retrieved 27 July 2008.