If you haven't noticed, there are big traffic backups in north Phoenix this Mother's Day weekend. A portion of I-17 was shutdown to clear the way for construction crews, causing some streets to look more like parking lots.
If you haven't noticed, there are big traffic backups in north Phoenix this Mother's Day weekend.A portion of I-17 was shutdown to clear the way for construction crews, causing some streets to look more like parking lots.The closure affects southbound lanes along I-17 between SR 74/Carefree Highway and Loop 303.The shutdown, because of pavement work, is sending drivers onto detours and causing bumper to bumper back-ups.
The other major work element involves the use of specialized equipment to diamond grind the concrete pavement," ADOT said.Drivers FOX 10 spoke with asked, "Why Mother’s Day weekend?"ADOT's response: "There is no good time to close a freeway, especially in an area with few detour routes available."Winnie Gutierrez, an NAU graduate was headed south from the high country when she came upon the traffic.
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