Interchange March 2021
Vol. 49, Issue 3
Multiple snowplows hit over a five-day period WYDOT reported 10 snowplow strikes while trucks were out maintaining roads
Plows struck from behind by other vehicles By Aimee Inama The Wyoming Department of Transportation reported 10 snowplow strikes over a five-day span as plows were out maintaining the roads due to wintry conditions. The strikes, which occurred from Feb. 11 through Feb. 16, bring the total number to 17 for the winter season, which runs from October through May. Some of the recent weekend snowplow strikes occurred near Elk Mountain and
Rawlins on Interstate 80 in southeast Wyoming, Interstate 25 near Cheyenne in southeast Wyoming, I-25 near Wheatland, Chugwater and Douglas in east-central Wyoming, on WYO 120 south of Cody and on WYO 28 near Farson. Most of the plows were struck from behind by other vehicles, resulting in minor damages and injuries; however, one incident involved a tractor trailer hitting the rear of the plow which totaled both vehicles and injured a WYDOT plow
driver. Most of the public’s vehicles had to be towed from the highway. “We want to remind the public to be careful when driving around our plows during winter weather,” said WYDOT Director K. Luke Reiner. “Our drivers are out there maintaining the roads by clearing the snow and putting down materials to help keep traffic moving. We want all drivers to pay attention and be careful so everyone gets home safely.” The number of strikes has fluctuated
