Road Closures

Weekend Freeway Restrictions in Phoenix Area (May 9-12)

Several improvement projects to add lanes, do rubberized asphalt paving and to improve access on Valley freeways will require roadway restrictions in the Phoenix area this weekend (May 9-12). The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) recommends drivers allow for extra travel time while the following restrictions are in place:

Westbound I-10 narrowed to one lane between Queen Creek Road and Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) from 11 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (May 12) for rubberized asphalt paving. I-10 ramps to Loop 202 and Wild Horse Pass Boulevard also closed. DETOUR: To access I-10 from Wild Horse Pass Boulevard during ramp closures, drivers can take 56th Street to Chandler Boulevard. I-10 drivers heading to the Southeast Valley can exit at Riggs Road, travel to Alma School Road and then head north to Loop 202.

Project benefit: Rubberized asphalt on Valley freeways creates a smoother and quieter ride for all drivers.

Eastbound I-10 narrowed to one lane between Avondale Boulevard and 99th Avenue from 1 to 9 a.m. Saturday (May 10) for demolition of the 107th Avenue bridge deck. DETOUR: Drivers encouraged to plan for extra travel time and be prepared to merge safely in the work zone.

Project benefit: Two new lanes in both directions are being added to this section of I-10 in the West Valley to improve traffic flow.

Eastbound I-10 narrowed to one lane between 27th Avenue and 19th Avenue from 11 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (May 12) for pavement repairs. DETOUR: Drivers encouraged to use other interchanges to access I-10.

Project benefit: A well-maintained freeway provides a safer, smoother ride for drivers, while extending the life of the roadway.

Northbound I-17 closed overnight at Carefree Highway (State Route 74) from 9 p.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. Monday (May 12) for bridge work. DETOUR: Traffic will be detoured onto the interchange off and on-ramps during the closure.

Project benefit: ADOT is adding new lanes and interchanges along this section of I-17 to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. The project will be complete in 2009.

Westbound US 60 ramp to I-10 closed from 3 a.m. to noon Saturday (May 10) for routine maintenance. DETOUR: Westbound US 60 drivers should use local streets to avoid the closure.

Project benefit: ADOT regularly maintains freeways and ramps to ensure continued safety and to maximize a smooth ride for drivers.

For a complete listing of freeway and highway closures and restrictions across Arizona visit ADOT's Travel Information Site at www.az511.com or call 511.

Source: ADOT