Arizona State Route 386 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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| Kitt Peak Road | ||||
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SR 386 highlighted in red
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| Maintained by ADOT | ||||
| Length | 11.88 mi (19.12 km) | |||
| Existed | 1967–present | |||
| Restrictions | Closed nightly from 4pm to 9am | |||
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| South end | Near Kitt Peak National Observatory | |||
| North end |  SR 86 |
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| Counties: | Pima | |||
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| State routes in Arizona Unconstructed • Former
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State Route 386, also called SR 386, is a special road in southern Arizona. It's completely inside the Tohono O'odham Nation, a Native American reservation. This road connects State Route 86 to the famous Kitt Peak National Observatory.
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What is SR 386?
SR 386 is a highway that is about 11.88 miles (or 19.12 kilometers) long. It's the main road that leads to the Kitt Peak National Observatory. The observatory is a very important place where scientists study space.
Where Does the Road Go?
The road starts at the observatory, which is its southern end. From there, it goes downhill, winding its way down the mountain. It first heads southwest, then turns west, then north, and finally northeast. The road follows the natural shape of the mountain. It doesn't go in a straight line.
Once the land becomes flatter, the highway turns north. It continues this way until it reaches its northern end. This end point is where it connects with State Route 86.
History of the Road
SR 386 became an official state highway in 1967. This means it became a road managed by the state of Arizona.
Future Plans for SR 386
In 1986, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) got the land needed to make the road wider. This would make it easier and safer for people to drive on. However, this plan to widen the road has not happened yet.
See Also
In Spanish: Ruta Estatal de Arizona 386 para niños
