PHOENIX – Drivers in both directions of the Loop 101 Pima Freeway now have more space as a two-year-long improvement project in Scottsdale nears completion.

A new southbound lane between Princess Drive and Shea Boulevard opened early Monday after crews completed pavement markings and other work during a weekend closure.

A new northbound lane over the same 4.5-mile segment debuted a week earlier.

Loop 101 now has four general purpose lanes and a high-occupancy vehicle lane in each direction over a busy stretch that includes exits near Westworld of Scottsdale, the Scottsdale Airport and the TPC Scottsdale golf course, which is home of the WM Phoenix Open.

What to know about Loop 101 Pima Freeway widening project

Work on the $108 million widening project began in January 2024 and is on t

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