Maricopa, AZ – Drivers traveling through Pinal County this week are facing overnight lane restrictions along a busy stretch of Interstate 10 near Maricopa and Sacaton, prompting officials to urge caution and planning ahead.
According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, the closures began Sunday night and are expected to continue through Friday morning as crews carry out barrier placement and lane striping in the Wild Horse Pass Corridor. The project targets a heavily traveled segment of I-10 that connects the Phoenix metro area with southern Arizona communities.
Eastbound I-10 is restricted to one lane between Casa Blanca Road and Seed Farm Road, spanning mile markers 177 to 182. These closures are scheduled nightly from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Thursday. Officials said this phase of work focuses on installing barriers designed to improve long-term roadway safety.
Westbound I-10 is also reduced to one lane between State Route 387 and Casa Blanca Road, covering mile markers 187 to 177. These restrictions are in place nightly from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Friday as crews complete lane striping operations.
The work zone runs through areas near Sacaton and the Gila River Indian Community, where traffic volumes can remain steady even during overnight hours. Drivers should anticipate delays, reduce speed, and remain alert for construction personnel and shifting traffic patterns.
ADOT officials recommend allowing extra travel time or seeking alternate routes when possible. The improvements are part of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and traffic efficiency along one of Arizona’s most critical transportation corridors.
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