ADOT officials say they’re seeing an increase in motorists driving through barriers in construction zones. Officials say some are driven by people looking to explore, others by people hoping to save a few minutes. This is dangerous to the motorist as well as the crews working within the construction zones. Officials say even if workers aren’t around, unfinished job sites present many dangers to drivers. Some bridges may not be paved yet, and those that are paved may not have railings for safety. Ground that looks solid may not be compacted enough to support passenger vehicles, which could end up sliding down a hill or falling into a hole. In addition, those stopped by law enforcement for trespassing work zones can result in substantial penalties. Motorists are reminded to stay out of work zones and to obey all traffic control measures in place.
