Construction began Feburary 2008 on the Wickenburg Interim Bypass. The project will provide a new roadway that avoids the historic downtown, following the west bank of the Hassayampa River. When completed, 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 two roundabouts, a new roadway embankment that will provide flood protection to adjacent properties, and new bridges across the Hassayampa River and Sols Wash. Landscaping and other aesthetic features will be installed at the new entrance to the historic district, creating a unique, inviting gateway to Wickenburg.
Construction began at the site of the new Hassayampa River Bridge and the site of the new bridge over Sols Wash. These activities will have only 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.
Because of the potential danger in the construction zone, ADOT requests that no hikers, horsemen or ATV riders go into the Hassayampa River bed. |
