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# Heading to Bear Lake from the Evanston Route? Expect Construction Delays
- URL: https://www.bearlaketv.com/heading-to-bear-lake-from-the-evanston-route-expect-construction-delays/
- Published: 2026-07-10T18:43:19.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-11T15:33:16.000Z
- Description: Road Construction make slight delays to Bear Lake
- Author: Darren Eastman

**If you’re coming to Bear Lake from the west through Evanston, Wyoming, be prepared for some slowdowns on the usual route (I-80 to Evanston, then US-89 north).**

**Here are the current trouble spots you should know about:**

**1\. Bear River Bridge Area (just north of Evanston/Almy)**

**WYDOT is replacing bridge decks on two bridges over the Bear River. Traffic is reduced to one alternating lane controlled by a temporary signal. Delays here can run up to 15 minutes.**

**2\. Bear River Crossing just south of Woodruff**

**There’s additional bridge and road work in this stretch. Expect more single-lane traffic and flaggers.**

**3\. Between Woodruff and Randolph (Irrigation Canal area)**

**Construction is happening on SR-16, including bridge work near the Woodruff-Randolph Canal. Lights are short, but with heavy summer traffic, you could sit through a couple light cycles. Plan on an extra 5–10 minutes here.**

**Bottom line:**

**The drive from Evanston to Bear Lake usually feels quick, but right now it’s taking longer than normal. Give yourself some extra time, especially on weekends when traffic is heaviest.**

**Pro tip: Check WYDOT and UDOT traffic apps before you leave — these delays can change day to day.**

**Safe travels, and enjoy the lake!**