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Drivers can expect SR-51 lane restrictions for weeks
Starting July 27 at 5 a.m., the northbound lanes on State Route 51 will be limited to two lanes. This closure is between Highland and Camelback and is a 7-week project for crews to replace damaged pavement. FOX 10's Annalisa Pardo shares the story.
PHOENIX - A new project is going to impact a lot of drivers starting Monday morning, especially for those traveling on State Route 51 or Interstate 17.
What we know:
Starting at 5 a.m., on July 27, the northbound lanes between Highland and Camelback will be narrowed to two lanes. The closure is expected to last seven weeks to repair 700 feet of damaged pavement and the freeway's drainage system. For the first four weeks, the two right lanes will close. After that, the left lanes will be closed.
The Arizona Department of Transportation is warning drivers to be prepared for major traffic in the area.
SR-51 road closures starting on Monday, July 27, 2026.
Dig deeper:
Drivers may notice an increase in weekend closures on the freeway. This closure is part of a larger project, where crews are working to remove older asphalt and using diamond grinding to smooth out the concrete.
This project is halfway through and will continue into the fall.
What you can do:
ADOT suggests that drivers use I-17 during peak travel times; they say this may lead to a higher volume of traffic and slower travel time.
Alternatively, drivers can use 7th Street or 16th Street surface roads.
The Source: Information from this article was gathered from FOX 10 Staff and ADOT.