Interstate 17 North - New River to Cordes Lakes

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Interstate 17
Interstate 17 North
Interstate 17 leaves the developed areas north into a more rural portion of Maricopa County.
Interstate 17 leaves the developed areas north into a more rural portion of Maricopa County.
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The diamond interchange at Exit 232 joins Interstate 17 with New River Road at the unincorporated community of New River.
The diamond interchange at Exit 232 joins Interstate 17 with New River Road at the unincorporated community of New River.
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New River Road east ties into Black Canyon Highway, the former alignment of SR 69.
New River Road east ties into Black Canyon Highway, the former alignment of SR 69.
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The roadways for Interstate 17 separate as the freeway parallels the New River.
The roadways for Interstate 17 separate as the freeway parallels the New River.
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A parclo interchange (Exit 236) links Interstate 17 with Table Mesa Road east in one mile.
A parclo interchange (Exit 236) links Interstate 17 with Table Mesa Road east in one mile.
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Nearby Table Mountain rises east of I-17 and south of Table Mesa Road.
Nearby Table Mountain rises east of I-17 and south of Table Mesa Road.
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The New River Mountains spread along the eastern horizon.
The New River Mountains spread along the eastern horizon.
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Power lines appearing to the west of I-17 are of the network connecting population centers in the southwest with the power generation stations associated with the hydroelectric and fossil fuel facilities in northern Arizona.
Power lines appearing to the west of I-17 are of the network connecting population centers in the southwest with the power generation stations associated with the hydroelectric and fossil fuel facilities in northern Arizona.
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The roadways of Interstate 17 further separate leading north into Moore Gulch.
The roadways of Interstate 17 further separate leading north into Moore Gulch.
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Interstate 17 north near Little Squaw Creek.
Interstate 17 north near Little Squaw Creek.
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Interstate 17 passes east of Horseshoe Bar along the Agua Fria River leading into Rock Springs.
Interstate 17 passes east of Horseshoe Bar along the Agua Fria River leading into Rock Springs.
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Old Black Canyon Highway loops west from Exit 242 at Rock Springs into the unincorporated community of Black Canyon City.
Old Black Canyon Highway loops west from Exit 242 at Rock Springs into the unincorporated community of Black Canyon City.
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Old Black Canyon Highway between Exit 242 and 244 was formerly part of Business Loop I-17. The 2.69 mile long loop through Black Canyon City was the lone business route for Interstate 17.
Old Black Canyon Highway between Exit 242 and 244 was formerly part of Business Loop I-17. The 2.69 mile long loop through Black Canyon City was the lone business route for Interstate 17.
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The initial 47.63 miles of Interstate 17 north fall within Maricopa County. The freeway enters Yavapai County at Rock Springs.
The initial 47.63 miles of Interstate 17 north fall within Maricopa County. The freeway enters Yavapai County at Rock Springs.
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Old Black Canyon Highway runs west through the Black Canyon City business district ahead of the Agua Fria River.
Old Black Canyon Highway runs west through the Black Canyon City business district ahead of the Agua Fria River.
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Black Mesa rises to the north beyond Black Canyon City.
Black Mesa rises to the north beyond Black Canyon City.
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Old Black Canyon Highway returns to Interstate 17 at the succeeding exit.
Old Black Canyon Highway returns to Interstate 17 at the succeeding exit.
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There are no traveler services beyond Black Canyon City for another 19 miles.
There are no traveler services beyond Black Canyon City for another 19 miles.
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Coldwater Road arcs 0.68 miles southeast from Old Black Canyon Highway at Exit 244 to residential areas at Squaw Valley Road.
Coldwater Road arcs 0.68 miles southeast from Old Black Canyon Highway at Exit 244 to residential areas at Squaw Valley Road.
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A modified diamond interchange joins the former north end of Business Loop I-17 (Old Black Canyon Highway) with Interstate 17 at Exit 244.
A modified diamond interchange joins the former north end of Business Loop I-17 (Old Black Canyon Highway) with Interstate 17 at Exit 244.
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A restriction requires truckers to remain in the right lane north from Black Canyon City six miles until after Sunset Point. This restriction was implemented due to increasing traffic along I-17, which resulted in backups when trucks tried to pass on the grade.
A restriction requires truckers to remain in the right lane north from Black Canyon City six miles until after Sunset Point. This restriction was implemented due to increasing traffic along I-17, which resulted in backups when trucks tried to pass on the grade.
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The Sunset Point Rest Area lies seven miles north of Black Canyon City, followed by Flagstaff in 95 miles.
The Sunset Point Rest Area lies seven miles north of Black Canyon City, followed by Flagstaff in 95 miles.
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Motorists are advised to turn of air conditioners to avoid overheating on the ascent onto Black Mesa.
Motorists are advised to turn of air conditioners to avoid overheating on the ascent onto Black Mesa.
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Bumble Bee Road stems northwest from Exit 248 to the pre-1956 alignment of SR 69 between Exit 248 and Exit 262.
Bumble Bee Road stems northwest from Exit 248 to the pre-1956 alignment of SR 69 between Exit 248 and Exit 262.
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Bumble Bee Road meanders west from I-17 into Black Canyon, where it turns north to the settlement of Bumble Bee.
Bumble Bee Road meanders west from I-17 into Black Canyon, where it turns north to the settlement of Bumble Bee.
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Old SR 69 follows Bumble Bee Road north onto Crown King Road and then Antelope Creek Road through Cordes.
Old SR 69 follows Bumble Bee Road north onto Crown King Road and then Antelope Creek Road through Cordes.
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Since leaving Black Canyon City, Interstate 17 has gained elevation at a good pace, setting the freeway up to ascend the Mogollon Rim.
Since leaving Black Canyon City, Interstate 17 has gained elevation at a good pace, setting the freeway up to ascend the Mogollon Rim.
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Crossing Arrastre Creek, the succeeding three miles climb onto Black Mesa.
Crossing Arrastre Creek, the succeeding three miles climb onto Black Mesa.
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The northbound roadway along I-17 partitions from southbound to allow for different grades.
The northbound roadway along I-17 partitions from southbound to allow for different grades.
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With the increase in elevation, I-17 leaves the desert and heads for the mountains and forests of Kaibab, Tonto and Coconino National Forest.
With the increase in elevation, I-17 leaves the desert and heads for the mountains and forests of Kaibab, Tonto and Coconino National Forest.
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The Sunset Point Rest Area comes into view along the west side of I-17 on top of Black Mesa.
The Sunset Point Rest Area comes into view along the west side of I-17 on top of Black Mesa.
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Joes Hill rises east of the parallel Agua Fria River, and beyond Black Mesa.
Joes Hill rises east of the parallel Agua Fria River, and beyond Black Mesa.
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The diamond interchange with Sunset Path south to the Sunset Point Rest Area is Exit 252.
The diamond interchange with Sunset Path south to the Sunset Point Rest Area is Exit 252.
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The Sunset Point Rest Area overlooks Black Canyon above Sunset Point and Sheep Gulch.
The Sunset Point Rest Area overlooks Black Canyon above Sunset Point and Sheep Gulch.
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The McGuireville Rest Area is the final facility along Interstate 17 north, 44.5 miles beyond Sunset Point.
The McGuireville Rest Area is the final facility along Interstate 17 north, 44.5 miles beyond Sunset Point.
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The Sunset Point Rest Area serves both directions of Interstate 17.
The Sunset Point Rest Area serves both directions of Interstate 17.
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Distance sign posted after the Sunset Point Rest Area for Exit 262 / SR 69 north, the city of Prescott via SR 69, and Flagstaff via Interstate 17.
Distance sign posted after the Sunset Point Rest Area for Exit 262 / SR 69 north, the city of Prescott via SR 69, and Flagstaff via Interstate 17.
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The roadways for Interstate 17 again separate east of Alkali Canyon.
The roadways for Interstate 17 again separate east of Alkali Canyon.
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Badger Springs Road stems east from the diamond interchange at Exit 256 to the Badger Springs Trailhead.
Badger Springs Road stems east from the diamond interchange at Exit 256 to the Badger Springs Trailhead.
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Badger Springs Road leads east into Agua Fria National Monument.
Badger Springs Road leads east into Agua Fria National Monument.
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Interstate 17 continues north adjacent to Badger Spring Wash.
Interstate 17 continues north adjacent to Badger Spring Wash.
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A diamond interchange links Interstate 17 with Bloody Basin Road at Exit 259 in one mile.
A diamond interchange links Interstate 17 with Bloody Basin Road at Exit 259 in one mile.
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Agua Fria National Monument constitutes the Agua Fria River, which parallels Interstate 17 between Rock Springs and Cordes Junction. Passing through a deep canyon, the Agua Fria River offers hiking and camping opportunities.
Agua Fria National Monument constitutes the Agua Fria River, which parallels Interstate 17 between Rock Springs and Cordes Junction. Passing through a deep canyon, the Agua Fria River offers hiking and camping opportunities.
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Bloody Basin Road meanders northwest past Cordes Peak to Old SR 69 (Antelope Creek Road) in Cordes and east into Agua Fria National Monument.
Bloody Basin Road meanders northwest past Cordes Peak to Old SR 69 (Antelope Creek Road) in Cordes and east into Agua Fria National Monument.
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Shifting northeast around 3,800 feet above sea level, Interstate 17 proceeds next to the community of Cordes Lake.
Shifting northeast around 3,800 feet above sea level, Interstate 17 proceeds next to the community of Cordes Lake.
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Prior to the establishment of Interstate 17, the entire route from Phoenix to Cordes Junction was part of a much longer SR 69. SR 69 was truncated south of Cordes Junction once I-17 was completed.
Prior to the establishment of Interstate 17, the entire route from Phoenix to Cordes Junction was part of a much longer SR 69. SR 69 was truncated south of Cordes Junction once I-17 was completed.
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SR 69 leads northwest to Prescott as a four lane, divided highway. It passes through Mayer, Humboldt and Dewey en route to the Yavapai County Seat.
SR 69 leads northwest to Prescott as a four lane, divided highway. It passes through Mayer, Humboldt and Dewey en route to the Yavapai County Seat.
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Located in the mountains, Prescott is a resort community and a gateway to the national forests of central Arizona.
Located in the mountains, Prescott is a resort community and a gateway to the national forests of central Arizona.
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State Route 69 travels 34.13 miles northwest to SR 89 (Gurley Street) in Prescott.
State Route 69 travels 34.13 miles northwest to SR 89 (Gurley Street) in Prescott.
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Exit 262 partitions with a separate ramp to a roundabout at adjacent Cordes Lake Road. Cordes Lake Road links with Stagecoach Trail south into Cordes Lake.
Exit 262 partitions with a separate ramp to a roundabout at adjacent Cordes Lake Road. Cordes Lake Road links with Stagecoach Trail south into Cordes Lake.
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Arcosanti is a pilot project of architect Paolo Soleri, who created a model of urban living in a walkable community setting with a focus on architecture and ecology. The information center is located east of Cordes Junction, where tours are available.
Arcosanti is a pilot project of architect Paolo Soleri, who created a model of urban living in a walkable community setting with a focus on architecture and ecology. The information center is located east of Cordes Junction, where tours are available.
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2011-12 construction rebuilt the cloverleaf at Cordes Junction into a separate wye interchange (Exit 262) for SR 69 north and diamond interchange (Exit 263) for Arcosanti Road.
2011-12 construction rebuilt the cloverleaf at Cordes Junction into a separate wye interchange (Exit 262) for SR 69 north and diamond interchange (Exit 263) for Arcosanti Road.
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Arcosanti Road connects with SR 69 at Cordes Lakes Road to the west and Stagecoast Trail south and Cross L Road north to the east.
Arcosanti Road connects with SR 69 at Cordes Lakes Road to the west and Stagecoast Trail south and Cross L Road north to the east.
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