Teton Pass Closure Information
All Teton Valley Idaho businesses, Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks, hotels, businesses, and activities in Tetonia, Driggs, and Victor are OPEN for business.
Updated: 6.20.24
This page contains COMMUTER & BUSINESS RESOURCES below as well as TRAVEL INFO and PROJECT UPDATES.
Project Updates:
Teton Valley, Idaho, is experiencing significant effects from the sudden road failure on Wyoming State HWY 22 at milepost 12.8. Wyoming Department of Transportation of Teton County (WYDOT) crews are well on their way to having the detour in place by the last week of June, weather permitting. Crews with Evans Construction and WYDOT continue to work around the clock on the temporary detour. We expect additional information later this week about the details of the paved, two twelve foot wide lanes on the south side of the curve (inside edge) that will route traffic during the longer construction effort to rebuild the permanent roadway. See WYDOT's facebook page for impressive images and video of the project.
Tourists: don't rush to change your plans! Yellowstone National Park , Grand Teton National Park and Teton Valley, Idaho are open for summer fun. Plan ahead if your route is impacted by the closure of WYO 22 and consider avoiding peak commuting times to help those getting to work on their long detour. Not sure about your route or commuting times? See Alternative Route info and peak commuting times in the FAQs sections below.
UP-TO-DATE HIGHWAY INFORMATION
WYDOT is currently the best resource for up-to-date information on the Teton Pass closure.
- WYDOT website including new Q&As about the detour
- WYDOT Facebook Page
- Wyoroad.info for Teton Pass
- Receive text or email alerts (note: you must create an account)
- Call “511” or “1-888-WYO-ROAD”
Latest News Coverage
- One22 Announces Support for Commuters Affected by Teton Pass Closure
- Teton County Idaho Teton Pass Closure Information Group Press Release 6.18.24
- START BUS Offering Free Fares for Commuters from Teton Valley > Jackson via Alpine, WY.
- Read the June 11, 2024 Wyoming Department of Transportation press release .
- Read the June 9, 2024 Idaho Department of Transportation press release .
COMMUTER AID/ COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Additional resources to ease the heavy burden of commuters are being developed daily. Please check back often.
- Start Bus of Jackson - New route information was issued on June 9th until further notice for the New schedule for Teton Valley Riders . FREE FARES for Teton Valley Route until June 30th.
- If you are experiencing significant stress or hardship due to the Teton Pass closure, remember, you are not alone. Support is available!
- For emergency financial assistance related to the pass closure for transportation expenses, childcare (ages 6+) costs, rent, or other basic needs, please contact the Community Resource Center of Teton Valley at (208) 354-0870 or info@crctv.org .
- One22 of Jackson is offering assistance through a Temporary Emergency Relief for Commuters (TERC) program to help Teton Valley commuters offset increased costs as a result of the Teton Pass closure. TERC is an expansion of the emergency assistance One22 is known for and includes two tiers:
- 1. A one-time Quick Relief stipend of $250 for gas or groceries (in the form of a gift card). Applications are open now at one22jh.org/get-help/terc through July 15, or until a functional road along Teton Pass is opened.
- 2. Further assistance for those with more extensive needs than what Quick Relief can offer will be available via Emergency Relief. This can include support for the costs of extended childcare, transportation, rent or other burdens associated with the closure. Applications for Emergency Relief will be available soon.
- Reach out to the Family Safety Network or Mental Health Coalition of Teton Valley . They're here to help you navigate any challenges you're facing. For immediate assistance, please call or text 988.
- Five Tips for Reducing Pass Closure Stress If you need extra support during this time, contact the Mental Health Coalition to get personalized self-help resources, connect with a counselor, or qualify for six free counseling sessions. Call/text 208-354-6198 or email info@tetonvalleymentalhealth.com .
- Teton Valley Food Pantry is handing out free food such as fresh produce, milk, eggs, protein sources, and other essentials.
- The Teton Area Mutual Aid Facebook Page is an excellent source of commuter support, ride share info, housing and camping connections, and community resource information.
- Jackson Hole Chamber's Commuter Resources Page
- Town of Jackson & Teton County, WY Engage Website for Resources
ALTERNATIVE ROUTES
>Travel to Jackson, Wyoming can best be accessed by traveling along HWY 26 and US 89 through Alpine, WY via the Snake River Canyon. Please prepare accordingly: route times will vary due to increased vehicles on the road. Check current route times via Google Maps .
>Teton Pass is only one of four ways into Teton Valley. The 3 towns are still accessible from the North, Northwest, and Southwest, using traditional routes.
>Access Teton Valley from Ashton, Idaho via HWY 32
>Access Teton Valley from Idaho Falls/Rexburg/Sugar City via HWY 33
>Access Teton Valley from Swan Valley, Idaho via HWY 31
Flying into the region:
>Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is 75 minutes to Teton Valley.
>Jackson Hole Regional Airport (JAC) is temporarily on detour and is approximately 2 hours to Teton Valley.
>Pocatello Regional Airport (PIH) is 2 hours to Teton Valley.
>Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) is 3.5 hours along the Madison River to Teton Valley.
>Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is 4.5 hours to Teton Valley.
(coming soon) Read the suggested Travel Itinerary along the Detour from Teton Valley to Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park.
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
Teton County Idaho County Commissioners, Mayors and Staff of Tetonia, Driggs and Victor, and numerous nonprofit organizations in Teton Valley are developing business relief options and additional resources for local businesses affected by the Teton Pass Closure. Please check back daily for new updates.
Economic Injury Assistance
Businesses experiencing hardship due to this unexpected detour can fill out the worksheet below as a tool from the U.S. Small Business Administration when requesting an Economic Injury Disaster Loan Declaration.
Instructions for filling out the form: In the section “Estimated Adverse Economic Impacts,” please indicate the expected reasonable duration of the losses (e.g. 2-3, 3-5 months, etc.) Next, in the Explanation Box, please provide an indication of what the estimate is based on . If your business is anticipating declines in activity, or have experienced cancellation of reservations (hotel, tourist activities, etc) please indicate in the explanation, as well with an expected economic impact.
Please send completed forms to Teton County Emergency Management Coordinator, Greg Adams: gadams@tetoncountyidaho.gov
Estimated Disaster Economic Injury Worksheet For Businesses
CFR Guidance SBA Disaster Declarations