WICKENBURG AZ (April 13, 2013) – The traveling public is advised that due to a special event, the junction of Arizona US 60 and US 93 at the south roundabout in downtown Wickenburg will close briefly from 11:30 a.m. until Noon on Monday, April 15, 2013, and again Friday, April 19, 2013, from Noon until 12:30 p.m. alerts the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Plan your travels accordingly to include this approximate 30 minute to one hour delay.
Be sure to carry potable water at all times and, if you are driving with an animal, pack a leash or carrier, and consider a water dish for its use. Visiting the Desert Caballeros Western Museum in downtown is also a travelers option.
The closures will allow more than 200 horses and riders participating in the 67th Annual Desert Caballeros Trail Ride to cross AZ US 60 on horseback safely.
What to expect during the closures:
- Eastbound US 60 will be closed at milepost 110 prior to Tegner Street.
- Westbound US 60 will be closed at milepost 110 prior to the Hassayampa River bridge.
- Traffic destined for northbound US 93 will be stopped at the westbound US 60 closure.
- Southbound US 93 will be closed at the south roundabout prior to milepost 200.
The Wickenburg Police Department will enforce the closures and provide traffic control. Contact the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce or the police department with questions.
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As a result of a fuel spill on Interstate 17 a few weeks ago, crews will be performing an environmental cleanup, which will require the roadway to be narrowed to one lane for southbound traffic south of Sunset Point Rest Area (milepost 250) tonight from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Minimal delays are expected. ADOT advises drivers to proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.
Mark your travel calendars now. Hassayampa Rest Area near Wickenburg will be closed for maintenance work in June for two weeks. Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead. Motorists traveling on US 60 should be aware that the Hassayampa rest area, located six miles south of Wickenburg will be closed for approximately two weeks for septic maintenance and pavement work starting Monday, June 3, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.