The Arizona Department of Transportation announced on April 2 that pavement repair work will begin the week of April 6 on westbound Interstate 40 near Williams. The project will require a continuous lane closure and is expected to cause delays for drivers, especially during busy travel periods.
The repairs are located about three miles west of Williams at milepost 160. According to the department, crews will be present around the clock, and flaggers will help direct traffic as needed. The work is scheduled for completion by late summer.
This project follows damage sustained in March 2025 when a multi-vehicle crash and fire affected the pavement in this area. Planned tasks include removing temporary pavement, replacing damaged guardrail, adding new pavement, and installing lane stripes along with other markings.
Arizona Department of Transportation manages various facilities such as rest areas and snowplow operations using specialized equipment, as well as highway cameras for monitoring according to the official website at azdot.gov. The department aims to safely connect people and support economic growth through its transportation initiatives according to its official website.
Jennifer Toth serves as director of Arizona Department of Transportation, overseeing planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation of state transportation systems according to the agency’s official site. ADOT extends its efforts statewide by handling projects across multiple districts—from Grand Canyon National Airport facilities to southern border ports—as reported by ADOT.
ADOT also works with regional partners on corridor studies and traveler information systems according to its official website. Services provided include updates via AZ511 system, motor vehicle support services, construction oversight and infrastructure improvements at airports and ports as detailed by ADOT.
Real-time highway conditions are available on ADOT’s Arizona Traveler Information site at AZ511.gov or through their mobile app.
