Sedona AZ (April 22, 2014) – Arizona Interstate 17 will be closed in both directions up to 15 minutes just north of Cordes Junction (Milepost 264) at 7:00 a.m. Sunday, April 27, 2014, for overhead utility work.

The closures will provide a safe work zone as crews run overhead utility lines across the interstate.

Next week, the Arizona Department of Transportation will complete paving work and remove temporary concrete barrier on AZ I-17 (Mileposts 280 to 282) south of Camp Verde – as part of the climbing lane project.

Drivers can expect a single lane restriction through the work zone nightly starting Monday, April 28, through Thursday, May 1, 2014. Work hours are from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. and drivers can expect minimal delays and slow moving truck traffic.

During construction, bicyclists are not permitted through the project work zone as the shoulders along I-17 are closed. The work zone will be clearly marked by temporary barricades and signage.

Although paving is complete, there is still work to be completed before the passing lane project is completed this summer.

ADOT advises drivers to allow additional time to reach their destinations and to proceed through the work zone with caution, comply with the reduced speed limit, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel. Law enforcement personnel will be present to enforce the closures as they occur.

For more information, email projects@azdot.gov or call the ADOT project hotline at 1.855.712.8530. To stay up-to-date with the latest highway conditions around the state, visit the ADOT Traveler Information Center call 511 and follow the SedonaEye.com Daily News and Views.

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