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No, The Town Of Shoshoni Is Not Closed Down Despite What Google And Apple Maps Say
Cowboy State Daily • • science
Key Points:
- Shoshoni remains open for business despite GPS apps like Google Maps and Apple Maps incorrectly directing travelers away due to a detour on U.S. Highway 20/26 for railroad crossing repairs.
- The apps mistakenly reroute traffic onto unsuitable and potentially hazardous remote backroads, which are problematic for large trailers and campers, especially in rainy conditions.
- Local officials, including Mayor Joel Highsmith and Police Chief Chris Konija, urge travelers to rely on official sources like WYDOT and wyoroad.info for accurate road conditions rather than AI-driven navigation apps.
- The temporary detour is a flat, passable dirt road built specifically for this project, allowing continuous traffic flow without stops or pilot cars, but the lack of proper signage contributes to confusion.
- The misrouting impacts local businesses in Shoshoni by diverting potential customers, and officials emphasize that the town remains the best route despite misleading app directions.
