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SAFFORD — On Wednesday, the Arizona Department of Transportation re-opened State Route 366 (Swift Trail) ascending Mount Graham.
Other high-country highways that were closed for the winter but re-opened on April 15 included:
- State Route 473 between State Route 260 and Hawley Lake in the White Mountains.
- State Route 261 between Eagar and Big Lake.
- State Route 273 between Sunrise Park and Big Lake.
State Route 67, which travels south from US 89A at Jacob Lake to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, is scheduled to reopen May 15.
ADOT encourages motorists to enjoy the mountains this season and return home safely by observing the following tips:
- Check your vehicle before you go; proper tire pressure is important.
- Get an adequate amount of sleep before your trip.
- Make sure you and your passengers are buckled in.
- Be patient (don’t speed and don’t follow other vehicles too closely).
- Bring extra water and food.
- Build some extra travel time into your schedule.
- Never drink and drive.
