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State Route 801 West
State Route 801 West
State Route 801 West
State Route 801 West
State Route 801 West
State Route 801 West

State Rout 801 West ~ State Route 85 to Loop 303

Study Overview Closures & Restrictions

State Route (SR) 801 is a proposed east-west freeway corridor in western Maricopa County. It would connect existing SR 85 to the proposed Loop 202 (South Mountain Freeway), with a connection to the proposed Loop 303. State Route 801 West would connect SR 85 and the proposed Loop 303 in the southwest region of the Valley. This is one of several projects associated with the passage of Proposition 400, designed to improve traffic flow in the West Valley. More . . .
 

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Study Map

Study Map
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Study Timeline
Study Timeline

Study Funding
In November 2004, Maricopa County voters approved a 20 year extension of a half-cent sales tax to fund a comprehensive package of transportation improvements as part of a Regional Transportation Plan. Funding for the plan, which includes $9 billion in regional freeway improvements in Maricopa County, became effective January 1, 2006.

Study Planning - Overview
The goal of the planning stage is to establish the project's feasibility. Feasibility is studied from both an engineering and environmental perspective. Both studies are conducted simultaneously and are performed in a collaborative manner. The engineering and the environmental analyses should conclude that the project is feasible to advance to the design stage. More . . .

Design and Right of Way
If the engineering and environmental studies both recommend constructing one of the alternatives studied, then the project will transition into the design phase. This typically is done in two parts, with both parts including numerous technical reviews for compliance with design standards. More . . .

Construction
This project is currently funded for construction in the years 2020 to 2025. These dates could be advanced with approval from the local governments and the MAG Regional Council.

Improvements
Because this would be a new freeway, no improvements are currently scheduled to the proposed freeway after its initial construction. However, provisions are being made in the design to accommodate future improvements, such as median High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV or carpool) lanes and ramps and future freeway connections.

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On The Move Our Valley Freeway System is part of the 2004 voter-approved Regional Transportation Plan. We are working hard with our transit partners to implement the voters’ vision and are committed to quality, safety, open communication with our neighbors, and minimal inconvenience to the traveling public.