May 21, 2012
The Arizona Department of Transportation is scheduled to repair the shoulders of eastbound Interstate 8 in Yuma between Avenue 8 ½ E and Fortuna Road beginning Tuesday (May 22) through Thursday (May 24). Motorists are advised to plan ahead and allow extra travel time to the Yuma Foothills.
What to expect this week:
- Traffic will be narrowed to one lane on eastbound I-8 from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. daily beginning Tuesday (May 22) through Thursday (May 24).
- Delays may occur. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.
- Message boards will advise drivers of lane restrictions.
ADOT advises drivers to proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.
For more information about this project please visit www.azdot.gov/statewide or contact Gabriella Kemp, Yuma District Senior Community Relations Officer at 928.317.2165. Local media should contact the ADOT Public Information Office at 1.800.949.8057. Visit us on facebook or our website for more information about ADOT. For more information about ADOT projects and programs across Arizona, see the agency's latest blog posts.
