The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) will not be scheduling closures for state highway construction projects for holiday travel.
While work can be expected at times between December 24 and January 5, ADOT and partnering agencies such as the Department of Public Safety will focus efforts on highway safety and keeping traffic on the move.
Heavier holiday traffic conditions will occur at times on busy highways such as I-17 north of Phoenix and I-10 across the state, especially between Phoenix and California.
Holiday travelers should expect the unexpected. That includes unscheduled highway restrictions due to disabled vehicles or crashes. ADOT will work with law enforcement and other first responders to clear incidents as quickly as possible.
ADOT recommends drivers get adequate rest before setting out on a trip. Also check your vehicle’s tire pressure and engine oil level. Always buckle up, don’t speed and never drive while impaired.
Packing an emergency kit can come in handy in case you encounter inclement weather, experience car troubles or face an unscheduled stop in traffic. Items to pack include:
- Extra bottled water
- Snack foods
- A flashlight and extra batteries
- Blankets
- Warm clothing, including extra gloves
- First-aid kit
In addition to on-call statewide maintenance crews, the ADOT Incident Response Unit (IRU), patrols Phoenix-area freeways in Maricopa County from 4:00 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends. The IRU operators assist state troopers as well as drivers in need of help.
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