I-19 at Ajo to close this weekend for installation of girders

In this October file photo, northbound traffic on Interstate 19 approaches the Ajo Way.

Transportation officials are advising drivers of a lane closure and restriction tonight.

Starting Thursday, Feb. 7, the northbound Interstate 19 on-ramp at Irvington Road will be closed, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. 

Also, northbound I-19 near Ajo Way will be reduced to only one lane. 

The restrictions are scheduled from 11 p.m. tonight to 5 a.m. Feb. 8. Alternate routes include Valencia Road, Ajo Way, 12th Avenue and Mission Road. 

ADOT says the work is part of the "traffic interchange project" for I-19 and Ajo. The project is now in its final phase.


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Contact reporter Gloria Knott at gknott@tucson.com or 573-4235. On Twitter: @gloriaeknott