ADOT has begun a project to improve the intersection of US 60 and State Route 188 (Ragus Road to Russell Road) between Globe and Miami. The work includes construction of a fill slope to support the sidewalk, removing pavement, curb, and guardrail and replacing it with new pavement, curb and gutter, guardrail, sidewalks and ramps, driveways, hand rails, pedestrian push buttons at the traffic signal, new loop detectors, signing, and pavement striping.
Work will take place off the roadway for approximately two weeks. Temporary concrete barriers will be set at the edge of the highway to protect workers and the work zone. As work progresses, lane closures and speed restrictions will be in place. Lane restrictions will only affect eastbound travel, and one lane will remain open at all times. The contractor and ADOT will coordinate work to maintain access to businesses and with the Arizona Eastern Railroad to avoid impacting the train schedules.
The project is scheduled to be complete by the end of November.
ADOT advises drivers to proceed with caution, obey all posted speed limit signs, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel. Law enforcement personnel will be used to monitor the speed of vehicles through the work area.
Road conditions and up-to-date restrictions can be found by dialing 511 or at az511.com.