Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway in Mesa reopens after crash

PHOENIX – The westbound Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway reopened in Mesa on Thursday after a crash, authorities said.

The closure went into effect around 5:45 p.m. due to a crash near Gilbert Road. The closure was lifted just after 8 pm.

The eastbound lanes were unaffected.

Drivers were told to expect extra time for the congestion to clear.

UPDATE – Westbound L-202 (Red Mountain) is open. Please allow time for the queue to clear.

— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) May 1, 2026

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