SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Now that we are into the new year, drivers in north Scottsdale will need to be aware of a new road project expected to begin on the Loop 101.
Starting Friday night at 10 p.m., construction will begin on the Loop 101 in Scottsdale. The project is set to widen the freeway and improve traffic flow through the area, according to the Arizona Dept. of Transportation.
The project will add one general-purpose lane in each direction between Shea Blvd and Princess Dr/Pima Rd. Construction starts next month and will take around two years to complete.
According to ADOT, the project will bring other improvements such as:
- Add a third southbound left turn lane at Princess Dr/Pima Rd interchange
- Convert Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd interchange to a diamond configuration
- Add right turn lanes at Raintree and Princess drives
- Update sidewalks to make them ADA-compliant
- Upgrade freeway and ramp lighting
What drivers can expect, according to ADOT:
- Work will require lane restrictions and full closures on Loop 101, the interchange ramps and cross streets, and will occur primarily during overnight hours and weekends to minimize traffic impacts. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained.
- Long-term on- and off-ramp closures will be required (up to 60 days).
- ADOT will provide advance notice of restrictions and closures to email subscribers and on the project web page.
For more information on the project click here.
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