[AZLOT69]

The Apache Trail will be closed for some major road repairs from November 15 - January 21, 2011. major delays will occur prior to and after those stated dates. Plan your outings accordingly.

See press release: http://www.azdot.gov/highways/projects/ ... 101510.pdf

[big_load]

Thanks for the info. That crosses off one of the trips I was considering.

[azpride]

Yeah, I recall the stretch along Lewis and Pranty Creek having some pretty serious damage. Oh well, plenty to do west of Tortilla Flats.

[joe bartels]

Interesting they aren't doing anything about the narrow cliff edge down to Fish Creek with nineteenth century railings. Just reinforcing areas. Guess that''d be a huge project to blast out a wider lane. Keeps it authentic old west

[Alston Neal]

^^^ I hope they don't change that area.

[Tough_Boots]

I'm guessing to expect more hikers going to Reavis Ranch and falls these next two weekends. Getting in those hikes before having to go the extra long way around through Roosevelt. Maybe I'll see some other HAZer's out there!

[Vaporman]

Guess I better hit those canyons in the area before they're closed off for half of the winter...

[louie]

Is Hwy 88 closed past Tortilla flats? I've heard there is roadwork being done and am wondering if you can get to this trailhead going north past tortilla flats. Thanks. Jason

[SuperstitionGuy]

The road is closed beyound that point at the top of Fish Creek Hill according to a previous post.

Some one please confirm this for us.

[joe bartels]

http://www.azdot.gov/highways/projects/ ... l_repairs/

GLOBE — A four-mile segment of State Route 88, the historic Apache Trail, is scheduled to open at 6 p.m. today (January 21). The highway has been closed since November between Tortilla Flat and Apache Lake for repairs to storm-damaged retaining walls and roadway sections.

The Arizona Department of Transportation will continue working through the end of February with intermittent weekday closures of up to 20 minutes.

Drivers are reminded to proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.

ADOT works to inform the public about planned highway restrictions, but there is a possibility that unscheduled closures or restrictions may occur. Weather can also affect a project schedule. To stay up-to-date with the latest highway conditions around the state, visit the ADOT Traveler Information Center at www.az511.gov or call 5-1-1.

[Tough_Boots]

A four-mile segment of State Route 88, the historic Apache Trail, is scheduled to open at 6 p.m. today (January 21).

Great news!!!