Northbound Interstate 17 just north of Camp Verde (milepost 288) will be narrowed to a single lane from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 24 for a routine inspection on the bridge over the Verde River, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.

The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph and drivers may experience brief delays.

The bridges on the Arizona state highway system are annually rated among the best in the nation. Key reasons for Arizona’s strong ratings include the dry climate, the relatively young age of many structures and modern engineering design of the bridges.

ADOT has a robust bridge inspection program and safety is its primary concern. Bridge inspectors rate every component of a bridge using stringent standards co-developed by the Federal Highway Administration and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials.

ADOT advises drivers to proceed through the work zones with caution, slow down, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.