CloseSalt Lake City International Airport Redevelopment Project
Background
Salt Lake City International Airport ranks as the 25<sup>th</sup>-busiest facility in North America and 85<sup>th</sup> worldwide. To meet growing demand, the Salt Lake City Corporation has launched a ten-year, $4.1 billion Airport Redevelopment Program. The plan will replace outdated buildings with modern, efficient infrastructure. As a result, passengers and cargo carriers will enjoy smoother, faster journeys.
Key Terminal Improvements
- More space, more gates. Concourse area will more than double, providing 75 aircraft gates arranged to reduce taxi times.
- Clearer way-finding. Arriving travelers will use Level 1, while departing guests will move through Level 2. This split lessens curb-front traffic and simplifies navigation.
- Convenient parking. A five-level garage will add 3,600 stalls next to the terminal.
- Faster rentals. A two-level customer-service center and quick-turn-around facility will speed up vehicle returns.
CMT’s Role
Because the program is complex, several disciplines work together:
- Geotechnical engineers study subsurface conditions and guide foundation design.
- Environmental specialists secure permits and develop sustainability strategies.
- Civil and pavement engineers design new taxiways, roadways, and drainage systems.
- Survey crews establish precise control points and create detailed maps.
- Construction managers develop schedules and oversee on-site quality.
- Laboratory teams run materials tests, binder and emulsion reviews, and concrete petrography.
- Specialty labs confirm that steel, asphalt, and every other component meet strict performance targets.
Therefore, CMT delivers an integrated service package that keeps the project on time and within budget.
Looking Ahead
Meanwhile, a new central utility plant will supply efficient heating, cooling, and power. In addition, realigned roadways will shorten trips between the airport and Interstate 80. Consequently, both passengers and freight carriers will benefit from reduced travel times.
Ultimately, phased openings over the next few years will reinforce the airport’s role as a vital Rocky Mountain hub. The project will provide a comfortable, sustainable gateway for millions of travelers in the decades ahead.
