Upgrading SR 347: Maricopa Project Begins

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An email from the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) announces that a project to improve and widen State Route 347 (John Wayne Parkway) in Maricopa has started in Maricopa. The road improvements are being implemented to help relieve traffic congestion and reduce travel times.

The project, which will cost $7.3 million, began on October 9 and will continue through the summer of 2024. Traffic restrictions are expected to begin the week of October 16.

The planned improvements include adding a third northbound lane on 1.3 miles of John Wayne Parkway from Smith-Enke Road to just north of the city limits. Other improvements included are

• Widening the SR 347/Lakeview Drive intersection and reconstructing the existing paved median
• Adding a northbound acceleration lane for traffic moving onto northbound SR 347 from westbound Lakeview Drive
• Adding curb and gutter along the east side of John Wayne Parkway from north of Smith Enke Road to Lakeview Drive

In addition, pavement in the project area will be repaired. Most construction activity is scheduled to take place Mondays through Fridays during the day. Occasional overnight work will take place as needed. ADOT will ensure access to local businesses and neighborhoods throughout the project.

The project is a partnership between ADOT and the city of Maricopa. When work is complete, ADOT will transfer long-term maintenance and operation of SR 347 to the City of Maricopa. Drivers should keep in mind that schedules may change due to weather and other unforeseen factors.

You can find out more about this project online at azdot.gov/JohnWayneParkway.