Arizona Finishes Interstate 10 Bridge Project
The state has wrapped up a $6.2 million rehabilitation effort on four bridges at the Amole interchange.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Car Maintenance
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The Arizona Department of Transportation has completed a major bridge rehabilitation project on Interstate 10. All lane restrictions and temporary traffic controls have been removed from the Amole interchange near Benson.
Why it matters
The modernization effort ensures long-term structural durability and improved safety for travelers moving through this corridor. By renewing bridge surfaces and guardrails, the project protects vital infrastructure crossing Empirita Road and the Union Pacific Railroad.
The project focused on rehabilitating four bridge structures between mileposts 292 and 293, located approximately 10 miles west of Benson. This $6.2 million investment included extensive repairs to bridge deck surfaces and the replacement of all guardrails.
The players
Arizona Department of Transportation
This agency is responsible for planning, building, and maintaining the state's transportation infrastructure and highway system.
The details
Crews focused on renewing aging bridge deck surfaces and improving adjacent roadways to meet modern safety standards. The work was contained within the Amole interchange zone, where new guardrails were installed to enhance driver protection.
Timeline
Construction work began on the bridge project in November 2025.
The bridge rehabilitation project was completed in October 2026.
Roadmap
This project reflects a broader push to modernize aging interstate infrastructure to ensure long-term stability across regional transit corridors. It highlights the state's focus on proactive maintenance to prevent costly emergency repairs while keeping major commercial routes operational.
Drivers using Interstate 10 near the Amole interchange will no longer face lane restrictions or temporary traffic controls. These improvements provide a smoother, safer commute and reduce the likelihood of future unplanned construction delays in this zone.
The takeaway
Maintaining highway bridges is essential for preventing long-term structural failure and ensuring the safety of daily commuters. Travelers should continue to remain alert in construction zones, as even completed projects may have lingering traffic pattern changes.
Further reading
Learn more about local infrastructure initiatives by visiting the Arizona Car Maintenance section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Gila Herald.
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