thats how my parents would get back and forth from the lakeside arizona when they were younger.. so it was more of a life line to connect the valley to the eastern and north eastern part of the state and the second big area to get thru was the salt river canyon and its slow speed limits to keep you from going oveedoff its cliffs
This was a great new adventure, I've been on some roads like that back in 1998 somewhere between Kingman and Phoenix on my way to Las Vegas, scary to drive at very least.. Probably gone by now too with expansion of roads, bypasses etc..
There is another piece of former treacherous highway in AZ, part of which is still in use. SR-89 (formerly US 89) over Yarnell Hill, between Yarnell and Congress Jct. The southbound lanes are the original 2-lane highway over Yarnell Hill-more like 1-1/2 lanes in some areas. This was originally the only paved hwy between Phoenix and Prescott. And it was this way until 1973, when they built separate NB lanes going over the hill. They converted existing Hwy 89 to SB lanes..even today it goes down to 1 lane in some areas.
It was tough, and required some sacrifices. But gradually, I've been able to make enough changes in my life to allow for it. Thanks so much for coming along! 🙏🏻
Just like the road up Mule creek when I lived there in the 60's and 70's. Not a guardrail anywhere and serious drop offs. After spending way too many winters in Montana, I miss Arizona and need to go back.
A local did a video about the road a few months ago. I guess up to about 15 years ago, the State or feds occasionally maintained it following heavy monsoon rains, then local 4x4 and hiking clubs would try to maintain various segments, which eventually got blown off during the pandemic. No one has done any trail maintenance in awhile. The construction that recently began was funded through the BBB Act. From my understanding, the purpose of rebuilding parts of the road is for historical and ecotourism purposes.
Thank you for bringing us this very interesting and informative video presentation which is very much appreciated. I am sure this road would have transformed the life of the people and would have made transportation of freight a lot cheaper, also.
The signs said to stay on the trail. Ignoring those kinds of requests from private landowners who are kind enough to allow public access is what gets such places closed. I might have been tempted to send the drone down for a look, though.
Yeah, I would have loved to send the drone, but I had several explores to do that day, and then a flight to catch in the evening.🕦 So I had to be extremely selective with how I used my limited time. 😅
Obviously, you have not driven in Europe. Forget the autobahn and the primary roads. Instead, try the tertiary roads with no centre line or guard rails or places to pull over. Try that in a 7.5 meter (24 foot) long RV.
Hi. Dumb American here. My sister lived over in the UK for almost 4 years. I visited once. The roads everywhere around where she lived were so narrow that they were basically one lane roads winding through trees or whatever plant growth that prevented seeing past a curve. Not many street lights either, so most of the way was poorly lit at night. On one of our outings, some young moron came driving way too fast and her husband slammed on the brakes right as that car went right by the front of our car and off the road and disappeared. We stopped to help. It was a late teens early 20’s guy that kept saying he didn’t see us.. It seemed like accidents would happen all the time there. But several people there told me that most people drive safe and respectfully towards others, and it’s the handful that don’t that cause the accidents. I couldn’t imagine trying to drive anything bigger than a mini through those roads. You must be a pretty good driver.
I enjoy this stuff. Great vid, but if you let signs dictate where you go, you'll never see anything. Its not like it is patrolled. And if caught? A citation or a fine. I, would keep going. Yup.
ANY ADDED OR TUNNEL THAT ECHOES WELL IS BECAUSE THE ROCK IS STABLE AND BECAUSE THE ROCK WAS STABLE THEY DID NOT HAVE TO REINFORCE IT DAVID ADAM GRENIS CURRENTLY IN HOUSTON TEXAS
I love these old abandoned road videos! So hard to find them! Thank you for sharing!
My pleasure! Thanks so much for your kind words. 🙏🏻
thats how my parents would get back and forth from the lakeside arizona when they were younger.. so it was more of a life line to connect the valley to the eastern and north eastern part of the state and the second big area to get thru was the salt river canyon and its slow speed limits to keep you from going oveedoff its cliffs
That's amazing. Given enough time, nature always takes back the land. Great video, thanks for sharing.
My pleasure! Thanks for coming by, and have a great rest of the weekend. 👋🏼
@@beyond_civilization
Thank you so much. Best wishes.
Very cool!! Love the drone shots
Thanks so much, my friend! 🙏🏻
This was a great new adventure, I've been on some roads like that back in 1998 somewhere between Kingman and Phoenix on my way to Las Vegas, scary to drive at very least.. Probably gone by now too with expansion of roads, bypasses etc..
Yeah, definitely not for the faint of heart. 😅
Never disappointed with your posts! So interesting, thanks Mauricio.
I really, really appreciate your support! I couldn't keep going without you all. 🙏🏻
There is another piece of former treacherous highway in AZ, part of which is still in use. SR-89 (formerly US 89) over Yarnell Hill, between Yarnell and Congress Jct. The southbound lanes are the original 2-lane highway over Yarnell Hill-more like 1-1/2 lanes in some areas. This was originally the only paved hwy between Phoenix and Prescott. And it was this way until 1973, when they built separate NB lanes going over the hill. They converted existing Hwy 89 to SB lanes..even today it goes down to 1 lane in some areas.
Before texting and driving...people usually drove pretty good. ❤
I legit envy your ability to explore so many places
I wish I had time to do this
It was tough, and required some sacrifices. But gradually, I've been able to make enough changes in my life to allow for it. Thanks so much for coming along! 🙏🏻
Very cool. Thanks for sharing that.
Thanks so much for watching! 🙏🏻
Just like the road up Mule creek when I lived there in the 60's and 70's. Not a guardrail anywhere and serious drop offs. After spending way too many winters in Montana, I miss Arizona and need to go back.
A local did a video about the road a few months ago. I guess up to about 15 years ago, the State or feds occasionally maintained it following heavy monsoon rains, then local 4x4 and hiking clubs would try to maintain various segments, which eventually got blown off during the pandemic. No one has done any trail maintenance in awhile. The construction that recently began was funded through the BBB Act. From my understanding, the purpose of rebuilding parts of the road is for historical and ecotourism purposes.
That's really interesting; it explains the construction closure. Thanks for sharing that bit of info! 👍🏼
Good report. Thank you.
Thanks so much for coming by! 👋🏼
Thank you for bringing us this very interesting and informative video presentation which is very much appreciated. I am sure this road would have transformed the life of the people and would have made transportation of freight a lot cheaper, also.
Arizona sure hasn't disappointed! Thanks so much for coming by. 👋🏼
Great video. I know the country pretty well but never hiked or explored alog the old $1M Highway
I was pretty amazed as well when I learned about that. Thanks so much for watching! 🙏🏻
say goodbye to modern queen creek bridge, a new one cometh!
So I hear!🙌🏻 What a bittersweet moment that will be.
@@beyond_civilization they did it with the Pinto Creek bridge too
@bbhrdzaz I guess that would probably explain all the construction. Glad I brought my drone!
Road looks totally safe to me. It could have some of the bolders removed here and there. The state of Arizona should rebuild it.
but it seems to be privately owned
Muy bueno 😊
¡Muchas gracias!! 🙏🏻
I would have gone down there and checked out that car at the very bottom. Looks like a great place for hiking and camping. the whole thing lol.
The signs said to stay on the trail. Ignoring those kinds of requests from private landowners who are kind enough to allow public access is what gets such places closed. I might have been tempted to send the drone down for a look, though.
Yeah, I would have loved to send the drone, but I had several explores to do that day, and then a flight to catch in the evening.🕦 So I had to be extremely selective with how I used my limited time. 😅
@@MikeV8652 👍
Looks like dirt bike heaven
😂👍🏼
I'm thinking Jeeps 😁
Obviously, you have not driven in Europe. Forget the autobahn and the primary roads. Instead, try the tertiary roads with no centre line or guard rails or places to pull over. Try that in a 7.5 meter (24 foot) long RV.
That’s a country road where I live!
Hi. Dumb American here. My sister lived over in the UK for almost 4 years. I visited once. The roads everywhere around where she lived were so narrow that they were basically one lane roads winding through trees or whatever plant growth that prevented seeing past a curve. Not many street lights either, so most of the way was poorly lit at night. On one of our outings, some young moron came driving way too fast and her husband slammed on the brakes right as that car went right by the front of our car and off the road and disappeared. We stopped to help. It was a late teens early 20’s guy that kept saying he didn’t see us.. It seemed like accidents would happen all the time there. But several people there told me that most people drive safe and respectfully towards others, and it’s the handful that don’t that cause the accidents.
I couldn’t imagine trying to drive anything bigger than a mini through those roads. You must be a pretty good driver.
I was scared that tunnel was going to collapse on me when the video went thru the tunnel 😂
Hahaha, right? Definitely not the kinds of tunnels we're used to seeing nowadays. 😅👍🏼
treacherous terrain to traverse
I was wondering if anyone else would notice. 😂
I enjoy this stuff. Great vid, but if you let signs dictate where you go, you'll never see anything. Its not like it is patrolled. And if caught? A citation or a fine.
I, would keep going. Yup.
Thanks so much for your support! 🙏🏻
Those miners had to get to Phoenix
A dirt bike could take what - hour?
Sandy?
Lol!! I think there were a couple of grains of sand. Somewhere. 🙈😂
ANY ADDED OR TUNNEL THAT ECHOES WELL IS BECAUSE THE ROCK IS STABLE AND BECAUSE THE ROCK WAS STABLE THEY DID NOT HAVE TO REINFORCE IT
DAVID ADAM GRENIS CURRENTLY IN HOUSTON TEXAS
Makes sense. Thanks for the info! 🙏🏻
and no fallen blouders from ceiling
That’s not a highway, that’s a walking trail.
I think Jimmy Hoffa might be at the bottom of that ravine.