Work will begin in November to rebuild a two-mile stretch of Scottsdale Road from Jomax Road to Dixileta Drive. The project will improve safety and drainage along this busy corridor in northern Scottsdale. 

A key safety improvement is the new multilane roundabout that will replace the current signalized intersection at Scottsdale Road and Dynamite Boulevard.  
Roundabouts have been proven to reduce the likelihood of severe crashes by minimizing conflict points and forcing slower vehicle speeds. Roundabouts are also more cost-effective in the long run, requiring less maintenance than traffic signals. 

The raised center median that will replace the current continuous center turn lane along this two-mile section is a safety improvement as well. This change will minimize vehicle conflict points, as will new left turn in and left turn out lanes which will be built at busier crossings. Finally, a pedestrian crosswalk signal at Pinnacle Vista Drive, a shared use path and bike lanes will improve safety and usability for pedestrians and bicyclists enjoying the area's natural beauty.  
This project will also address drainage issues.  

In its current configuration, the roadway dips and rises with the contour of the land - which means that substantial rain can create unsafe conditions and force restrictions as water collects in low points along the road. This project will eliminate those low points, installing a handful new drainage culverts to handle stormwater flows while keeping the roadway clear. 

The total project budget is $43.7 million. About $31 million will be funded with federal transportation grant funds, the remainder will come from Scottsdale's dedicated transportation sales tax and regional transportation funds.