Phoenix, AZ – Several key roadways in the far West Valley are closed today after flooding made multiple intersections impassable, according to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). Deputies are urging drivers to avoid the affected areas and use alternate routes until conditions improve.
According to MCSO, flooding has forced closures at the following locations:
• Salome Highway & 339th Avenue
• Wintersburg Road & Indian School Road
• 214th Avenue & Narramore Road
Deputies said the closures were put in place early Wednesday as runoff made several rural stretches of roadway too dangerous for travel. The West Valley—particularly areas west of Tonopah and Buckeye—often sees significant flooding after periods of heavy rain due to limited drainage and wide open desert terrain.
MCSO emphasized that drivers should not attempt to pass through barricades or standing water. “Do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways,” the agency stated, noting that even a few inches of water can cause vehicles to lose traction or stall. Flooded rural intersections in this region frequently become hazardous during monsoon and winter storm cycles, and emergency crews often respond to stranded vehicles when drivers misjudge water depth.
No timeline has been provided for when the closures will be lifted. Deputies said conditions will be reassessed once water levels begin to recede. Commuters heading toward Buckeye, Tonopah, and surrounding unincorporated areas should plan for delays and check route conditions throughout the day.
Residents who live near these roadways or typically use them for daily travel are encouraged to share updates or detour impacts.
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