Camp Verde, AZ – Drivers traveling through northern Arizona should expect delays as lane restrictions are set to impact a busy stretch of Interstate 17 near Camp Verde this week.
According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, northbound I-17 is narrowed to one lane near the State Route 260 interchange at milepost 287 from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. The restriction is expected to slow traffic significantly during daytime hours as crews conduct roadway work in the area.
Officials say the project is part of ongoing improvements aimed at maintaining roadway safety and infrastructure along one of the state’s key north-south corridors. The work zone sits just south of a heavily traveled junction connecting drivers to Sedona and other popular destinations, increasing the likelihood of congestion.
Motorists are urged to plan for extra travel time, particularly during peak morning and early afternoon hours. ADOT officials also advise drivers to use caution when approaching the work zone, obey posted speed limits, and watch for construction personnel and equipment.
No full closures are currently planned, but intermittent slowdowns and backups are likely as traffic merges into a single lane. Drivers heading north from the Phoenix metro area toward Flagstaff may want to consider adjusting travel schedules or seeking alternate routes when possible.
Transportation officials emphasize that the schedule is subject to change based on weather or unforeseen conditions. Updates will be provided through official traffic alert systems as needed.
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