According to Arizona Highway Patrol Sgt. John Bottoms, "We are experiencing heavy traffic volume as everyone is returning from their holiday.

We currently have NB traffic backed up to the Beaver Dam  area approximately 7 miles on I-15.

SB is backed up about 4 miles but growing quickly.

Please plan an extra hour to get through the Gorge.

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