SR 96 Santa Maria River Bridge Replacement
SR 96 Santa Maria River Bridge Replacement
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Project Cost: $14,500,000
Overview
The Arizona Department of Transportation has initiated a bridge project to replace the Santa Maria River Bridge on State Route 96 in Apron Crossing, approximately 11 miles east of the Town of Bagdad in Yavapai County (approximate milepost:11).
Project Elements
- Removing and replacing the existing bridge.
- Replacing bridge joints and seals, sealing bridge decks, and installing new embankment curb and drainage features.
- Replacing existing guardrail and guardrail end terminals, and installing pipe and pipe lining.
- Restriping lane markings, installing new signage and other related work.
Project Schedule
Work is scheduled to begin summer 2026 and be completed summer 2027, pending weather conditions.
Schedule subject to change based on weather or other unforeseen factors.
Project Map
What To Expect During Construction
- Day- and nighttime lane restrictions throughout construction.
- Limited, short-term lane closures, with one lane open in each direction.
- Bridge closures for deck work with one lane only of alternating west- and eastbound traffic with flaggers.
- Motorists should be prepared for delays when work is underway.
- The speed limit will be reduced in the work zone.
ADOT reminds drivers to proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down and watch for construction personnel and equipment while the lane restrictions are in place.
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- Email/Phone: Contact Nicole Underwood, ADOT Community Relations Project Manager, at [email protected] or 480.601.1575
- Teléfono: Línea de Información del Proyecto ADOT: 855.712.8530
- Mail: Nicole Underwood, ADOT Community Relations, 1655 W. Jackson St., RM 170, MD 126F, Phoenix, AZ 85007