Thanks to a $50.5 million redistribution from the Arizona Department of Transportation, the large potholes and bare roads that dot the state may be repaired sooner than expected.
After a particularly harsh winter, the funds will be used to repave 23 pavements. Most of them are concentrated in northern Arizona. Work on these projects is expected to begin mid-May to he-June as temperatures rise.
The move comes after the State Transportation Board approved the agency’s plan to address severe road degradation on the I-40, I-17, I-10, US 60, SR 260, and SR 77 segments. It is done. A similar project is planned for a five-year construction plan from 2024 to 2029.
“For too long, Arizona has failed to invest the money it needs to protect its highways and ensure a bright future for all Arizonas,” said Governor Katie Hobbs. “This winter’s snow and rain have exposed a lack of maintenance. We thank the State Transportation Board for identifying these projects and approving these important investments. I have.”
The improvement coincides with a $35 million repair project already underway on the 29-mile section of southbound I-17 between Flagstaff and the Coconino/Yavapai County line. The project, which also includes bridge, shoulder and interchange ramp repairs, is expected to be completed by this fall.
“We know these projects to improve pavement conditions are sorely needed and we will move forward as quickly as possible,” said Greg Byres, engineer and deputy director of transportation for ADOT. said in a statement.
The agency recommends that drivers allow extra time as lane closures can lengthen travel times. don’t forget that
This reminder is especially important given the fact that workers narrowly avoided a fatal collision last week, in the middle of National Work Zone Awareness Week. Early Thursday morning, while traveling southbound on Interstate 17, a vehicle traveling at over 80 mph struck a government agency safety truck.
The incident could have been fatal if the vehicle that collided had not been specifically designed to protect workers on the road. It has a device that absorbs
A complete list of roads scheduled for repair is available online.
Contact reporter Lacey Latch in Northern Arizona. LLatch@gannett.com or on social media @laceylatch. Covers Northern Arizona azcentral.com In the Republic of Arizona, it is funded by the nonprofit Report for America and a grant from the Vitalyst Health Foundation Associated with the Republic of Arizona..
