Multi-agencies tackle SR 347, ‘create vision’ for corridor
by Joycelyn Cabrera | inMaricopa
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Local and state government agencies have partnered to address safety concerns on State Route 347 brought up by Maricopa and other neighboring communities.
The first step in a long-awaited process to begin improvements on the route was a scoping study conducted by the Maricopa Association of Governments. The overall project has MAG, ADOT, Pinal County, Maricopa County, City of Maricopa, Gila River Indian Community and Ak-Chin Community are all working together to address pressing safety issues on SR 347.
The state route’s long and narrow roadway is notorious for traffic jams and car crashes – which often involve injuries. Mayor Christian Price would like to see additional lanes in the route’s future to combat traffic congestion.
