Jun 4, 2010
Southbound I-17 repaving starts June 14 south of Flagstaff FLAGSTAFF – Following last winter’s rough weather and the effects of heavy traffic, the Arizona Department of Transportation is set to resurface a 15-mile stretch of southbound Interstate 17 in the Verde Valley region starting Monday, June 14. Drivers who use southbound I-17 between the Red Hill Scenic Overlook (milepost 312) and McGuireville are encouraged to allow extra travel time and expect delays due to single lane restrictions needed for the paving work. Crews are scheduled to work from 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday for several weeks. The project is scheduled to be finished by mid July. Work will not take place over the extended July 4 weekend. The resurfaced section will include a final top layer of smooth and durable rubberized asphalt, which includes rubber from thousands of recycled tires blended into the asphalt mixture While ADOT strives to provide up to date project information for drivers, commercial trucking firms and local communities, unscheduled closures or restrictions may be needed at times. To receive weekly construction updates please e-mail FlagstaffDistrictUpdates@azdot.gov. The project hotline is 1-888-236-4374. When the paving project is under way, truck drivers will be required to stop at the Red Hill Scenic Overlook for a brake check. All drivers are urged to slow down, pay attention to project signs and remain alert for flag crews, construction workers and equipment in the work zone. For information about highway restrictions across Arizona visit ADOT’s Travel Information site at www.az511.gov or call 5-1-1.
For more information regarding projects within the Prescott District please visit www.azdot.gov/PrescottProjects. You can also contact the project team by calling the project hotline at 1.866.751.2083 or by emailing PrescottDistrictUpdates@azdot.gov.
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