Southbound lanes of Interstate 17 are closed at milepost 278 near the junction with State Route 169 due to a crash. The closure was reported Wednesday evening. Arizona Department of Transportation has not provided an estimated reopening time.
Commuters traveling south on I-17 in the Phoenix metro area should expect delays and consider alternate routes. Check AZ511.gov for real-time traffic updates and closure status before traveling through the affected area.
Source: ADOT 511 Traffic Alerts.
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- ADOT 511 Traffic Alerts retrieved 17/06/2026 20:56
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