Road Construction
Summary
Scottsdale just started a $14.2 million second bridge on Thompson Peak Parkway to clear up a notorious bottleneck and add bike and pedestrian crossings. Construction should take about a year, but your traffic lanes are staying open for now.
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Impact analysis
The city is spending $14.2 million on the bridge, so residents should watch for how that cost shows up in future transportation budgets.
Drivers stuck at the Thompson Peak bottleneck, plus cyclists and pedestrians who get safer crossings, should see the biggest payoff.
People who live or commute near Thompson Peak Parkway may deal with a year of construction noise, dust, and detours—even if lanes stay open.
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Scottsdale breaks ground on Thompson Peak Parkway bridge to improve safety and connections
Scottsdale marked the start of the Thompson Peak Parkway bridge project with a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday morning, Oct. 27. The project will add a second bridge over Reata Wash, improving safety for driver...
Scottsdale breaks ground on Thompson Peak Parkway bridge - Scottsdale Independent
Scottsdale marked the start of the Thompson Peak Parkway bridge project with a groundbreaking ceremony Oct. 27. The project will add a second bridge over Reata Wash as it aims to improve safety …
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