Motorists navigating through the Broadway Curve can anticipate some relief as the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) confirms the opening of a new westbound collector-distributor (CD) road this Monday, August 19, 2024. This addition is expected to streamline traffic by collecting vehicles from Interstate 10, State Route 143, and US 60, subsequently distributing them to adjacent crossroads and highways. The development, part of the larger Broadway Curve Improvement Project, aims to alleviate the often congested segment of I-10, as reported by FOX 10 Phoenix.
In preparation for the CD road's opening, various closures and restrictions will be in place impacting Valley drivers. Areas affected include westbound I-10, between Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) and the I-17 “Split” near Sky Harbor Airport; and southbound I-17 at Jomax Road, with officials advising alternate detour routes to circumvent the restricted zones. With closures commencing Friday night and expected to last until Monday morning, alternate routes such as eastbound Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) to northbound Loop 101 (Price Freeway) are recommended, particularly for airport access and downtown Phoenix destinations. This information was detailed on ABC15's website.
The closures are a necessary component of the ongoing infrastructure improvements across Phoenix. While the CD roads promise a future of eased traffic flows, for now, residents and visitors alike must navigate the interim disruptions and conditional adjustments. ADOT encourages drivers to acquaint themselves with the suggested detours, notably for lengthy trips and those extending beyond the immediate Phoenix area.
ADOT's website also outlines additional restrictions, including a full weekend closure of eastbound Loop 202 between Arizona Avenue and Gilbert Road for freeway widening. Moreover, the westbound US 60 (Superstition Freeway) will see lane reductions between Gilbert and Dobson roads due to pavement maintenance. Meticulous planning and consideration of alternate routes, such as Pecos or Germann Road, will be essential for those looking to avoid delays in travel time. As with all road works, patience and alertness to changing traffic patterns remain key for motorists.
