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ADOT snowplow parked along highway

01/11/2026

PODCAST: The view from behind the wheel of an ADOT snowplow

Snowplow operator James Kline joins On the Road With ADOT to discuss not just what goes into clearing snow but what you and other drivers can do to keep yourselves and our operators safe.

Adopt a Highway volunteers near Naco directional signage.

01/06/2026

Adopt a Highway: The sounds of change

What does a radio station in Southeastern Arizona and clean highways have in common? We're talking about a new Adopt a Highway volunteer group who takes community service to the next level.

A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to use their blinker.

01/05/2026

This New Year: Make a resolution to be a safer driver

Happy New Year, Arizona! I hope everyone had a safe and fun holiday season, spending time with loved ones and ringing in 2026. The start of a new year is a clean slate, and a time to make resolutions to set ourselves up for success. In that...

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05/21/2017

Where in AZ??

Join our Facebook challenge and tell us "Where in AZ??" you think this photo was taken.

05/19/2017

Art of Transportation: Walking the state line

The Art of Transportation showcases the unique mesas in northern Arizona.

05/18/2017

ADOT offers multiple ways for motorists to be in the know

Find out where to go for the latest information on highway closures, detours and all things ADOT.

Wooden guardrail support on fire

05/17/2017

Take steps to reduce the chance of fires breaking out along highways

Warmer temperatures usually mean wildfire season isn't too far away and Arizona drivers can help reduce wildfire danger.

Sign identifying Future I-11 corridor

05/16/2017

From the Director: The time is now to shape the Interstate 11 corridor

Now is the time to participate in I-11 corridor alternative meetings and share your thoughts on the proposed interstate!

05/15/2017

ADOT's Ina/I-10 project protects desert dwellers batty about a bridge

ADOT goes to bat for winged mammals parked under Marana bridge.

05/14/2017

Where in AZ??

A unique sign is a clue to this week's "Where in AZ??" challenge. Join us on Facebook!

ASU Cattle Guard

05/11/2017

ADOT enlists ASU engineering majors to help create new cattle guard concept

ASU Polytechnic students came up with a cattle guard system to resolve a common highway issue.

05/10/2017

Ina Road/I-10 construction: Bustling and on schedule

Three months after closing Ina Road at I-10 for construction of a modern traffic interchange, we're on track to complete work in early 2019.

Several cars drive on a winding mountain road surrounded by trees and rocky hillsides under a clear blue sky.

05/09/2017

Your opinion: SR 89A through Oak Creek Canyon rules Arizona's scenic drives

In polls posted by ADOT's Twitter account, participants selected State Route 89A of Sedona as the state’s best scenic drive.