Sedona AZ (January 28, 2014) – The Arizona Department of Transportation has begun a six-mile repaving project this week on AZ State Route 87 between the junction of SR 188 and Rye (mileposts 235 to 241).

The work will include a new layer of smooth rubberized asphalt, guardrail improvements, new signage and turn-lane enhancements.

Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Drivers can expect intermittent lane and shoulder closures within the project work zone during work hours. The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph during work hours.

The $3.5 million project is scheduled for completion summer 2014.

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

For more information, call the ADOT Project Hotline at 1.855.712.8530 . To stay up-to-date with the latest highway conditions around the state at any time, visit the ADOT Traveler Information Center at www.az511.gov and or follow the SedonaEye.com.

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