Kingman, AZ – Drivers traveling through Kingman should plan for overnight delays this week as Interstate 40 is scheduled to briefly shut down for construction-related rock blasting.
According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), I-40 will be fully closed for approximately 30 minutes on Tuesday night and Thursday night between Stockton Hill Road and Beale Street, near mileposts 48 to 51. The closures are part of ongoing work on the I-40/US 93 West Kingman Interchange project.
ADOT officials say crews will begin narrowing I-40 to one lane in each direction starting at 7 p.m., with a full closure taking place at 8 p.m. The shutdown allows crews to safely conduct rock blasting operations. Traffic control will be set up in advance, and drivers should expect slowdowns as the area is secured.
The affected stretch runs through Kingman in Mohave County, a key corridor connecting northern Arizona to Las Vegas and western Arizona, making the closures impactful for commuters, long-haul drivers, and travelers passing through the region.
ADOT advises motorists to use caution near construction personnel and equipment and to plan extra travel time if driving through the area during the evening hours. Officials also note that the blasting schedule is weather-dependent and could change if conditions are unfavorable.
Drivers are encouraged to check ADOT traffic updates before traveling and consider alternate routes if possible. More information about the project can be found on ADOT’s official project page.
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