Cave Creek Road Widening Study

Study Objectives

Study interactive comment map

The study will assess existing and future travel demands within the study corridor and develop a program of recommended roadway and intersection improvements. These improvements would help accommodate future travel demands, improve safety, enhance regional connectivity, and support the planned development in the area. The study will evaluate the feasibility of widening Cave Creek Road to three lanes in each direction, seamlessly integrating sidewalks, shared-use paths, and bicycle lanes into the corridor, and prioritizing safety for non-motorized transportation users. The study also seeks to identify and implement necessary improvements to optimize local and regional mobility, thereby addressing traffic flow and congestion concerns. Access management issues will be carefully evaluated and addressed to ensure efficient traffic management while minimizing disruptions to nearby communities. The study places a significant emphasis on understanding the values and anticipated future transportation needs of the affected residential and business communities, ensuring that the proposed roadway improvements align with their long-term goals.

Study Area

This section of Cave Creek Road has experienced considerable growth in recent years and provides important access to north Phoenix, the towns of Cave Creek and Carefree, and recreational opportunities in northeast Maricopa County. The study corridor will begin north of the interchange of Cave Creek Road and Loop 101 (Rose Garden Lane/Cave Creek Road Intersection) and extend north to the intersection of Cave Creek Road and Carefree Highway. The corridor is approximately 9.75 miles in length, with approximately 0.25 miles within the Town of Cave Creek, while the rest of the corridor is within the City of Phoenix.

Project Study Area

Study Process

Cave Creek Road study timeline, Summer 2024 initiate project, open houses and virtual outreach meetings, and Summer 2025 Final Report

Study Partners

Town of Cave Creek
Town of Carefree
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City of Phoenix logo
Materials
Contacts
Major Projects Manager
Tim Strow