The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) began construction in mid-February on the Wickenburg Interim Bypass. The project will provide a new roadway that avoids the historic downtown by following the west bank of the Hassayampa River. When completed - in approximately 18-24 months - the new roadway will divert regional traffic from the Wickenburg Way/Tegner Street intersection, relieving congestion and improving traffic flow on US 93 and US 60.

The project will include constructing new bridges across the Hassayampa River and Sols Wash, a new roadway embankment that will provide flood protection to adjacent properties, and two roundabouts. Landscaping and other aesthetic features will be installed at the new entrance to the historic district, creating a unique, inviting gateway to Wickenburg.

Construction will begin with the new Hassayampa River Bridge and the new bridge over Sols Wash, shown as “Phase 1” on the project map (below). These activities will have a minimal effect on traffic on Wickenburg Way. Drivers are encouraged to give themselves extra travel time and to be prepared to slow down approaching the work zone.

Construction is planned to occur in four phases, as shown below. Phase 1 began in mid-February with clearing and excavation activities near the Wickenburg Community Center.

UPCOMING LANE RESTRICTIONS

Brief lane restrictions will be required during utility relocation work, scheduled for the last week of February. A trench will be dug across US 60 (Wickenburg Way) at the Kerkes Street intersection to relocate water, sewer, and telecommunications lines. Existing utility lines on the Hassayampa River bridge will also be moved. During this work, one travel lane on the Hassayampa River bridge will be closed to traffic.