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Some Phoenix businesses speak out on weekend road closures
Weekend road closures are nothing new in the Phoenix area, but this weekend, several big events, as well as construction projects will cause road closures and traffic detours. FOX 10's Lauren Clark spoke with some businesses owners who say they are ready for the work to wrap up, especially with more big events in the future.
With the amount of Phoenix-area freeway closures we've seen over the past few months, drivers will be relieved to hear that there won't be any major highway restrictions impacting their commute.
Ironman Triathlon closures
Several restrictions and ramp closures will go into effect from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday for the Ironman triathlon in the East Valley.
Restrictions
- State Route 87 restricted between Loop 202 and Shea Boulevard - turn restrictions at Shea Boulevard, Gilbert Road, McDowell Road
- Loop 202 off-ramps at Scottsdale Road restricted to northbound turns
- Loop 101 SB off-ramp at Rio Salado Parkway restricted to westbound turns
Closures
- Loop 202 WB off-ramp at SR 87/ Country Club Drive
- Loop 202 EB off-ramp at McKellips Road
Loop 303
Loop 303 westbound will be closed between I-17 and Lake Pleasant Parkway from 8 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday.
The I-17 off-ramps at Loop 303 are going to be restricted to access to Sonoran Desert Drive. The on-ramps will stay open.
Alternate route: ADOT recommends taking SR 74 westbound to southbound Lake Pleasant Parkway to get around the closure.
Learn more: https://azdot.gov/weekend-freeway-travel-advisory