Weekend Freeway Restrictions in Phoenix (Sept 11-14)
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced several freeway closures and lane restrictions in the Phoenix area this weekend. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and consider detour routes. Here are the specifics:
Major Closures:
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Northbound Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway)
- Closure: Between I-10 and Indian School Road
- Timing: 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Widening project
- Detours: Use 83rd, 91st, or 99th avenues to connect with Loop 101 north of the closure.
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Westbound Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway)
- Closure: Between 51st and 75th avenues
- Timing: 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Widening project
- Detours: Consider westbound Bell Road or Union Hills to reconnect with Loop 101.
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Northbound Loop 101 (Pima Freeway)
- Closure: Between University Drive and McKellips Road
- Timing: 8 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Pavement maintenance
- Detours: Use Rural/Scottsdale and Alma School roads.
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Westbound Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway)
- Ramp Closure: To southbound Loop 101
- Timing: 8 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Pavement maintenance
- Detour: Exit at Dobson Road, travel to westbound University Drive.
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Westbound Loop 202 (Santan Freeway)
- Closure: Between Cooper and Alma School roads
- Timing: 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Widening project
- Detours: Use Pecos or Germann roads to reconnect.
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Westbound Loop 303
- Closure: At 43rd Avenue
- Timing: 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Bridge construction
- Detour: Use the off-ramp at 43rd Avenue.
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Northbound State Route 51
- Closure: From Indian School Road to Colter Street
- Timing: 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Pavement rehabilitation
- Detour: Use 16th or 24th streets to travel beyond the closure.
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State Route 347
- Narrowing: To one lane in both directions between Casa Blanca Road and Mammoth Way
- Timing: 8 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 14)
- Reason: Paving
Make sure to allow extra time for your travels and drive safely through work zones!
Additional Information
For real-time highway conditions, visit ADOT’s Arizona Traveler Information site at AZ511.gov or call 511.
