Crash Closes Loop 202 to Loop 101 Ramps in Tempe

Morning commute snarled as authorities respond to overturned truck on the highway

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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A serious crash involving an overturned truck has closed the ramps connecting Loop 202 Red Mountain eastbound to Loop 101 northbound and southbound in Tempe, Arizona, snarling traffic during the morning rush hour commute.

Why it matters

The Loop 202 and Loop 101 interchange is a major transportation hub in the Phoenix metropolitan area, and any closures can have widespread impacts on traffic flow and commute times for thousands of drivers in the region.

The details

According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, the crash occurred just before 7:40 a.m. on March 5th, with a photo showing an overturned truck on the ramps. The ramps connecting the two major highways have been completely closed as authorities respond to the incident, and there is currently no estimated time for when the ramps will reopen.

  • The crash occurred just before 7:40 a.m. on March 5, 2026.

The players

Arizona Department of Transportation

The state transportation agency responsible for managing and maintaining Arizona's highway infrastructure.

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What’s next

Authorities are working to clear the scene and reopen the ramps as soon as possible, but commuters should expect significant delays in the Tempe area until the issue is resolved.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of the Loop 202 and Loop 101 interchange for the Phoenix metro area, and the widespread impact that even a single crash can have on the region's transportation network during peak commuting hours.