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2019

January

Heading north for the snow? Good times can go bad without planning
VIDEO: A year of progress with more ahead on I-10 near Eloy
Where in AZ??
Old lanes recycled to help build widened stretch of I-10 in Eloy
Art of Transportation: I-10 and Earley Road deck pour
Progress continues toward better bridges connecting I-40, Route 66 in Seligman
Throwback Thursday: Over the river
VIDEO: Out with the old bridges, in with the new
Where in AZ??
What a difference a weekend makes for the South Mountain Freeway
With rain, snow coming this weekend, slow down for safety
From the Director: Make better choices when driving
Throwback Thursday: The road test
Bridge piers are like icebergs: There's more than you think below the surface
Where botany meets aesthetics: New freeway interchange landscaping
Where in AZ??
Throwback Thursday: Little truck that could
Looking back at 2018 one safety message at time
A visit to an unusual tomb in Quartzsite
Where in AZ??
VIDEO: See the I-17 wrong-way alert system in action
Adopt a Highway: 'All the Way to the Border' litter pickup coming to SR 286
New HD cameras paint a clearer picture of I-19 in Tucson
Art of Transportation: A perspective on bridge-building

February

Where in AZ??
TBT: Child seat technology, conventions change with the times
Be prepared: A motto for Boy Scouts and Loop 101 drivers in north Valley
US 93 improvements advancing with latest widening project
Cyclists remain in The Loop with Ina Road improvements
Qualified truck drivers from Mexico have almost perfect score
Engineer-in-Training Program participants grow with ADOT
An ADOT tweetstorm about the big storm
Where in AZ??
ADOT employee helps save couple from carbon monoxide poisoning
Snowblowers help dig out highways after heavy winter storms
New highway signs celebrate Grand Canyon National Park's centennial
Throwback Thursday: Arizona license plate, circa 1931
Thinking outside the box at I-17 and Pinnacle Peak Road
Where in AZ??
I-17 wrong-way pilot system continues drawing visitors from other states
Earning a degree in engineering? Consider a career with ADOT
Adopt a Highway: Annual cleanup closer to going ‘All the Way to the Border’
Huzzah! ADOT engineers help reduce US 60 delays from Renaissance Festival
Where in AZ??
VIDEO: Coalition of national agencies honors ADOT for US 60 safety project
Here's a thousand words and more about I-10 improvements

March

Want to see what we're doing? Then check us out on Flickr
We've made it easier for volunteers to help keep highways free of litter
Big change but same purpose for az511.gov
TBT: More than a pipe dream on State Route 96
We've been redecorating for Grand Canyon National Park's centennial
Where in AZ??
How to keep drivers, crews safe in work zones
TBT: The technology upgrades of yesteryear
Driving Safety Home: Strategic Highway Safety Plan update
Why not do all work at night? Here are some reasons
Where in AZ??
Many more drivers benefited from ADOT Alerts App during the big storm
Where in AZ??
How to get the most from our new az511 website
From the Director: Important I-10 study is seeking proposals
Bridging the past with the future on I-10
Where in AZ??
On the road: A visit to Canyon Diablo Bridge
Throwback Thursday: A rural highway?
Driving Safety Home: National Work Zone Awareness Week is coming
STOP for a minute to learn about ADOT's sign shop
Ladder in the road? Here are some steps you can take
Where in AZ??
A bridge toward completing our SR 347 upgrade in Maricopa
Art of Transportation: Construction zone still life
Making way for a new SR 89 bridge near Ash Fork

April

Governor proclaims: Let's hear it for Arizona's volunteers
Working group advances ADOT's coordination with American Indian tribes
"My AZ511" makes travel personal
Dawn of a new approach to dust storm safety
How our crews do spring cleaning in the high country
A reminder of what National Work Zone Awareness week is about
From the Director: Too many crashes are occurring in work zones
Adopt a Highway Volunteers appreciated all year, not just during National Volunteer Week
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Formal comment period begins for Interstate 11
Throwback Thursday: Before the town
VIDEO: Boulder-busting time along State Route 88
Spring is a great time for motorcycle rider training
Changes are taking shape at I-17 and Pinnacle Peak, Happy Valley roads
Helping small and disadvantaged business enterprises
Share the road: Warmer weather means more bicyclists out there
Don't spark a wildfire: Check vehicles, trailers before summer trips
Where in AZ??
Making trash go viral, in a good way
Entering our message contest? There's lots of competition already
Throwback Thursday: The dawning of Sunset Point
Monument marks unusual battle site in southern Arizona
Take a tour of two projects improving I-10 between Casa Grande and Tucson
Set up timely alerts on "My AZ511"
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
ADOT among Flagstaff-area agencies honored for smoothing snow-play traffic
Bridge walls: More than just another pretty facade

May

Retiring ADOT engineer leaves big legacy of 'little things'
Counting down to the final tasks at I-10 and Ina Road
Where in AZ??
Students get hands-on look at science behind highways
Art of Transportation: Light at the end of the rebar tunnel
VIDEO: See how far we've come with the South Mountain Freeway at I-10
Driving Safety Home: It's Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
ADOT, partners helping reduce risk of catastrophic wildfires
Throwback Thursday: How I-17 came to be
Highway History: State Route 67
Where in AZ??
Infrastructure Week: It requires attention, care and support to help grow our future
Infrastructure Week: Throwing back to projects benefiting Greater Arizona
From the Director: Voting open for ADOT Safety Message Contest
Infrastructure Week: Keeping traffic flowing is a straddle bent's job
Infrastructure Week: Consider the Jersey barrier
40th Street improvements begin immediately for South Mountain Freeway
Where in AZ??
Infrastructure Week: Let us count the ways
Transportation tunes still riding an expressway to my heart
511 Logo Signs: Build your brand – and a road
Temporary ID cards add to web-based MVD transactions
There's a safe way to butt in when you see drivers toss cigarettes
Flashback Friday: The day Yuma's Ocean-to-Ocean Bridge opened to traffic
With summer here, projects in northern Arizona ramp up
Where in AZ?? 05.26
Take a look at I-17 interchange projects on the rise
The case of US 70's missing 12 miles
Throwback Thursday: The Arizona Highway Department’s first female engineer
Quick-acting maintenance crew returns lost dog to owners

June

Where in AZ??
The mysterious disappearance of the Miami-Superior Highway plaque
We've had some good water-saving ideas. How about you?
From the Director: Don’t let dust get in your eyes
Throwback Thursday: State Route 88
Training helps Grand Canyon airport fire crews prepare for anything
Keeping Arizona clean again motivates Adopt a Highway manager
See road debris? Don’t @ us, call 911
Secure your load: A PT Cruiser's roof, a sofa and twine don't mix
State budget provides for full I-17 improvement north of Valley
Make dad proud by adopting a highway
Driving Safety Home: Once again, secure your load
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Man's best friend safety message wins ADOT contest
As temperatures rise, look out for 'gators' on the highway
ADOT's hydrovac helps keep things flowing
Throwback Thursday: I-10's rejected helicoils
Form and function meet in old Ligurta Underpass
Where in AZ??
Runaway truck ramps make for a runaway video
Adopt a Highway: Inspiration led to 20 years of keeping Chinle area clean
Throwback Thursday: 90 years and a bottle of ginger ale
Flashback Friday: Party planning for the Winslow Underpass dedication
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??

July

Independence for Maricopa drivers
Becoming ADOT 45 years ago today broadened our focus beyond highways
They're keeping Arizona grand by adopting high country highways
Throwback Thursday: Claypool Tunnel
Art of Transportation: Metal meerkats
From the Director: Accomplishing the 'to do' list
Enforcement and Compliance officers lend hand at Peoria homeless outreach event
Throwback Thursday: A half century later
Throwback Thursday: Nearly a century ago, Arizona Highways was a little different
An INFRA-red-letter day for improving Interstate 17
Bad weather day from 1917 reminds us to be prepared
Sharks aren’t mindless killers, but reckless drivers are
Adopt a Highway: Glendale Union High School District volunteers earn an A-plus
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
Help us stop illegal use of red-dyed diesel
Where in AZ??
From the Director: 45 years and counting
The highly improbable story behind a shocking 511 image
Aeronautics Group helped make us ADOT, continues serving airports
From the Director: New MVD computer system a 'moonshot' for ADOT
Driving Safety Home: Agency has long history of dust storm safety efforts
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Snapshot of a snapshot
Seriously, don't park in tall grass
Throwback Thursday: Zooming ahead on US 60
Lend us your ears for quick rundowns of highway work
VIDEO: The logistics of a concrete deck pour

August

ADOT freeway landscape designer wins lifetime achievement award
New signs on US 60 east of Valley honor Governor Rose Mofford
Four miles down, four to go on I-10 between Casa Grande and Tucson
Decades of love results in commitment to Adopt a Highway
Where in AZ??
ADOT 'angel' helps stranded motorists
eTitle part of MVD blazing trail for better, quicker service
Throwback Thursday: Tracking ADOT's office technology
New sponsored 511 signs hitting the road
Where in AZ??
Flashback Friday: Sign of the times
Awards validate ADOT's commitment to communicating with Arizonans
New methods mean getting I-40 bridge project done faster
Thirty-seven years of volunteering for Adopt a Highway
Heed this sign's message
PLAN AHEAD: Major weekend closure of eastbound I-10 in the East Valley
Close calls remind us all to pay more attention when driving
Art of Transportation: Blurry work becomes clear
Where in AZ??
Driving Safety Home: Crash Facts report shows that driver behavior is the key to safer roads
SRP employees honored by ADOT for helping with vehicle fire on I-10
MVD is hitting the road thanks to a new mobile office
Where in AZ??

September

Making the rounds on National CleanUp Day
Where in AZ??
Turn your week around with National Roundabouts Week
From the Director: Thank you trash slayers!
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
A new way to keep the speed limit top of mind
Adopt a Highway: Honoring two veterans and a beloved wife and mother
From the Director: Your opinion counts on transportation studies
Throwback Thursday: The past and future of I-17
Along State Route 88, water displays its awesome power
Sept. 15-21 is Child Passenger Safety Week
'Drive Aware, Get There' safety campaign recognized
Where in AZ??
Why 178? A guide to interstate exit numbering
Driving Safety Home: Buckle Up
Bonus for bus riders at park and ride near South Mountain Freeway
MVD is a proud partner of Donor Network of Arizona
Throwback Thursday: How far we've come
From traffic to the weather, az511 now has you covered
Where in AZ??
Adopt a Highway: Mark your calendars for National CleanUp Day
DeGrazia Foundation and Arizona Highways magazine commemorate painter Ted DeGrazia

October

Throwback Thursday: This photo has us bedeviled
From the Director: Safely Home
Drone photos tell story of Loop 101 bridge work in north Valley
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Move over!
From the Director: What does it mean to be One ADOT?
Simple, predictable schedule helping Pinto Creek bridge project
You don't need to be 16 to appreciate the Permit Test @ Home program
It’s Teen Driver Safety Week
Where in AZ??
Trick-or-treating as a highway sign? We 'like' that
Where in AZ??
Safely Home: New ADOT team devoted to traffic incident response
Seeing is believing: ADOT has 20 more traffic cameras
Driving Safety Home: Talk to your teens about safe driving
Adopt a Highway: A chance to reminisce
See for yourself the big announcement about I-17
From the Director: Make your air travel less complicated … Get a Travel ID
Grand Canyon Airport staff stay prepared with emergency exercise
On I-10, one plus one equals … six?
ADOT Twitter named best state government account of 2019
ADOT goes purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Adopt a Highway volunteers collect 1.3 tons of litter in one day

November

Driving Safety Home: Know Snow
MVD director does a little good with mini-Tesla donation
For this little boy, a visit to ADOT's sign shop is 'everything'
Condensed Construction Academy format providing fast track to careers
From the director: Why care about traffic incident management?
Where in AZ??
Doing the bridge slide - and we don't mean a dance move
Making wrong-way signs more noticeable – in a big way
Wrong-way detection system receives national award
Adopt a Highway: New volunteers excited to get started
Where in AZ??
Throwback Thursday: The when and where
2018

January

Fed up with distracted drivers? It’s up to us to make roads safer
Where in AZ??
Friday Five: New plates at Barrett-Jackson, low MVD numbers and territorial capital trivia
Those mysterious stripes mean we're getting ready for snow around Flagstaff
Route 89: Arizona photographer finds his way on border to border highway
When weather threatens travel, showing always beats telling
How to ensure you're receiving ADOT's updates in your Facebook feed
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Canyon Diablo Bridge
Be non-stop about safe driving
Hamilton heads off-Broadway and onto ADOT message boards
From the Archives: Road work in the 1930s
Shaping the future of Pima County freeway travel
Empowered employees improve MVD customer service
2018 will be a big year for Pinal County improvement projects
After pavement sealing, an employee invention helps reopen freeway sooner
On Alert: ADOT maintenance crews on call and ready to respond
From the Archives: Aerial view of Interstate 19
Continuous Improvement: Repurposing spare tires saves time, money
Where in AZ??
Renovations increase rest areas' value to travelers
A tip that works for snow, ice or rain: Slow down
From the Archives: Construction through the mountains of northwestern Arizona
Focus On Driving: Crashes in work zones spike in January
Where in AZ??

February

Getting all green lights? Thank a traffic engineer
From the Director: ADOT’s Safety Message Contest Returns
Resident engineers keep ADOT projects on track
Happy National Engineers Week!
Where in AZ??
What goes into a highway? A bridge? Ask a materials engineer
Engineers find creative solutions to transportation challenges
ADOT engineers a faster way to deliver highway projects
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Collaboration is key
I-10 at Eloy: A video tour of progress on widening, dust detection system
Historic Highway 286 reaches ranches, tiny border town of Sasabe
A bridge to the future
Cameron Approach Road opened eastern gateway to Grand Canyon
At home in Painted Cliffs Rest Area
Friday Five: We'll take you to the moon and back
Where in AZ??
Marana mayor: Ina Road project is key to growing town's future
Focus On Driving: Driving distracted is like driving blind
Rejoice! The Vehicle Fee Recap is ready
More signs of progress on Interstate 10 widening project
Safe drivers: Be ours on Valentine’s Day
Altar Valley volunteers clean up litter all the way to the border
Art of Transportation: Nighttime dirt haul
Where in AZ??
A specialty plate for your sweetheart

March

In Douglas, ADOT officers win Battle of the Badges blood drive
How much has the MVD office experience improved? Ask our customers
From the Director: Safety Message Contest
Maricopa overpass will also improve connection to Casa Grande
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Permit Test @ Home is part of MVD's commitment to safety
Extended Southern Avenue closure paves way for South Mountain Freeway
Join us as we present options for adding capacity to I-17 north of Valley
Throwback Thursday: SR 179 Red Rock Scenic Byway
Friday Five: Spring snow, small boats and new pavement
Allow me to drone on about ADOT’s remote-control pilots!
Where in AZ??
Remembering the “Father of Arizona Highways”
Trips to the MVD eliminated for learners' permits
Great customer service is always an ADOT goal
Where in AZ??
Arizona leaders help Sonora dedicate safety corridor to Puerto Peñasco
How do specialty plates get started? Your elected leaders
For ADOT's statewide road weather manager, showing beats telling during storms
From the Director: Progress Continues for South Mountain Freeway
From the Archives: Engineer-In-Training program
Where in AZ??
Partnership including ADOT uses technology to improve Bell Road traffic flow

April

Pictures aplenty show our progress on the South Mountain Freeway
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: A peek at things to come
For National Volunteer Week, a special thank you to Adopt a Highway volunteers
Please share your thoughts as we update our five-year construction program
From the Director: Buckle up, buttercup
ADOT briefs other states about I-17 wrong-way vehicle alert system
Throwback Thursday: In Flagstaff of 1966, parking was no sport
Throwback Thursday: High flying meets Hollywood in Phoenix
#FridayFive: Hollywood movie starts, nosy pooches and wrong-way detection
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Let's talk trash
Making transportation personal, one shrub at a time
From the Director: Why we’re displaying year-to-date traffic fatalities on our homepage
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
Widening I-10: Getting our grub on
Smoother highways coming to northern Arizona this year
ADOT hits milestone for South Mountain Freeway construction
Look twice for motorcycles in April
Where in AZ??
Clean freaks and neatniks wanted: Help keep AZ beautiful by joining Adopt a Highway
From the Director: Work zone safety is our responsibility
Mule Pass Tunnel has eased trip to-from Bisbee for 60 years
With spring in the air, ADOT crews are out in the high country
#FridayFive: We're talkin' dust storms, construction milestones and Voluntary Travel ID

May

Two new rural cameras give motorists a bird's eye view
Video: Use eTitle for easier private vehicle sales
Where in AZ??
Arizona Highways guidebook knows its way around northern Arizona
Throwback Thursday: Public meetings and posters
This Memorial Day, drive as if your life depends on it
Make Smokey Bear proud: Take steps to prevent fires along highways
ADOT ready to assist police agencies at all hours
Where in AZ??
Transportation is musical: Where mph and mpg meet MP3
With freeway bridges, what you don’t see counts
Throwback Thursday: Getting our kicks on Route 66 (or at least at the port of entry)
Where are the chairs at MVD offices?
Rediscovered ‘Family Circus’ cartoon shows the power of ‘packratting’
Route 66 roadies to merge into Seligman, then head west for road rally
Plan ahead if you're heading north on I-17 and then west on I-40
ADOT, law enforcement agencies band together during propane leak
I-17 northbound into Flagstaff getting much-needed TLC
Where in AZ??
Marine mom honors son by adopting a stretch of State Route 79
Big step forward for I-10 widening project as first pavement goes down
From the Director: Taking a walk down memory lane for National Transportation Week
Where in AZ??
Pavement, safety improvements underway on State Route 88
SR 67 set to open for North Rim seasonal visitors
Focus on Driving: May leads all months for impairment-related crashes

June

When a car catches fire on I-10, South Mountain Freeway crews come to the rescue
'Piering' toward the future of SR 347 in Maricopa
Counting down to an upgraded State Route 88
Why SR 189 improvements, truck safety training in Mexico make a difference for all
Friday Five: Get to know the 'hero of the day'
Where in AZ??
ADOT mobile site features Adopt a Highway
By the numbers: Santa Cruz River bridge on Ina Road
Driving Safety Home: ADOT planning potential I-17 improvements between Anthem and Sunset Point
More HD views arrive at our Arizona Traveler Information site
From the Director: Driving safety tips for Arizona’s monsoon season
Where in AZ??
Crawling under semis in the name of continuous improvement
Throwback Thursday: Paving Central Avenue atop the Papago Freeway tunnel
ADOT volunteers keep Arizona highways beautiful
Where in AZ??
Adopting a highway: For love of ‘home’ -- and 'Seinfeld'
Arizona Management System spurs innovation and cost savings across ADOT
No, your truck isn't 'good enough.' Secure your loads every time.
Placing bridge girders: Now that's a heavy lift
Help us help you during monsoon season: Don't toss litter on freeways
Where in AZ??
There's a convenient route to Seligman with a bridge upgrade underway
Arizona and ADOT take lead in testing wrong-way vehicle detection technology
Noted Phoenix architect got his start with Highway Department

July

We've upgraded an essential travel companion for bicyclists
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Making transportation personal, one specialty plate at a time
From any perspective, I-10 widening projects are about safety
We’re big fans of the Deck Park Tunnel’s big fans
Highway workers have tips for coping with Arizona’s blistering heat
Signaling a commitment to southeast Pima County
From the Director: Words fail when a state trooper doesn’t get home safely
You can’t see us yet, but we’re working on new phase of Ajo Way improvements
Where in AZ??
Online scheduling for VIN appointments making lines a thing of the past
Concrete crash cushions designed to reduce collision damage
Driving Safety Home: Being prepared for summer weather can make all the difference
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
US 70 project includes major upgrades in reservation community of Bylas
Win Holden reflects on 18 years as Arizona Highways publisher
From the Director: Avoid deer in the headlights, literally
Keeping you in the loop on Loop 303 plans
Friday Five: It's about dust storms, fireworks and wrong-way driver detection
Where in AZ??
Friday Five: With skidding cars and smashed melons, we look back through the years
Throwback Thursday: Testing pavement friction in 1977
Wayback Wednesday: Spilled fruit spoils drive through the Deck Park Tunnel
From the Director: Helping truck drivers find public parking at rest areas
Roundabout project is upgrading SR 88 intersection in Apache Junction

August

Trailblazers tested in building highway through remote gorge
Collaboration among state and local agencies … a winning combination
Friday Five: This week we veer from blinding dust to beautiful valleys
Where in AZ??
ADOT officers trained to respond to opioid overdoses
Give us a 'double tap' on Instagram
ADOT’s commitment to wildlife honored in national awards competition
Keeping tabs on South Mountain Freeway progress in West Valley
Over Labor Day weekend, help us help you get where you're going safely
New HD freeway cameras bring clarity to your commute
Want more ADOT? Then please link with us
Where in AZ??
Community pride and the kitchen sink: Meet the Prescott Litter Lifters
Art of Transportation: An impressionist view of traffic control devices
Director's visit shows what keeps freeway pumps working
Where in AZ??
Freeway designers draw inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright
From the Director: Success means safer roads and expanding economy
Focus On Driving: School’s in – keep an eye out for buses
Throwback Thursday: Getting you up and over the Grand Canyon
Driving Safety Home: Properly maintained tires keep you, your passengers and other drivers safe

September

MVD doing its part to help homeless vets
Rest area caretaker creates a doggone happy ending when pooch goes missing
How the I-17 Black Canyon Freeway evolved from stage route to modern highway
Where in AZ??
Spare our bridges; make sure equipment is fully secured
ADOT's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program levels playing field
Transportation Defined: Chip seal and tack coat
Throwback Thursday: Making winter travel safer
A drone's-eye view of our I-10 widening project in Eloy
South Mountain Freeway: Two-way traffic returning to Liberty Lane in Ahwatukee
Where in AZ??
Our director gets on-the-job training in ADOT's vehicle maintenance shop
Throwback Thursday: Driver license testing
Transportation Defined: Pier caps cap piers
Where in AZ??
Coming soon to I-19 Tucson: the braided ramp
Focus On Driving: Bikes are back – what riders and drivers need to know
Pedestrian beacon makes crossing US 70 safer in reservation community
Throwback Thursday: ADOT has kept Arizona moving since its earliest days
ADOT Twitter turns 10 with 224K followers

October

Focus On Driving: National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 21-27
Drones provide awe-inspiring perspective on highways, projects, landscapes
Two Adopt a Highway volunteers hang up their reflective safety vests after 14 years
Where in AZ??
ADOT Communications wins national awards for Twitter, newsletter
From Hi Jolly to Tom Mix, you'll find history along roadways
Throwback Thursday: The Highway Hawk was one busy bird
Temporary bridge, permanent benefits
Where in AZ??
ADOT-sponsored program offers a hand up to construction careers
Keeping drivers, pedestrians safe on Halloween
From the Director: There’s value in partnerships
Sonoran Corridor, I-11: Different proposals, similar goals for public involvement
With storms at hand, please slow down and be ready for the unexpected
From the Director: Will your driver license fly in October 2020?
Video: Get the 411 on the Arizona Travel ID
Throwback Thursday: Douglas back in the day
Adopt a Highway volunteers bag a win for Arizona on National CleanUp Day
Where in AZ??
Working urgently and methodically to repair a flood-damaged highway
It's never too early to start preparing for snow and ice
Accessing Seligman from I-40 is easy while bridge improvements advance
ADOT helps Light AZ Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Where in AZ??

November

From the Director: Transportation investments continue for I-10
Running late? New smart signals may make your morning
ADOT takes home award for I-17 wrong-way system
Where in AZ??
Adopt a Highway: Forget naming a star
Where in AZ??
Improvements make for smoother, safer ride on SR 88
Annual closure of SR 67 to the Grand Canyon's North Rim is set for next week
It's a cold fact: Many Arizonans don't know snow deeply
Mystery Tree's origin continues to stump I-17 travelers
From the Director: ADOT making progress on Interstate 11
VIDEO: Renovated Sacaton Rest Area reopens along Interstate 10
Don't dally after a minor crash. It's the law.
Throwback Thursday: A friendly smile and helping hand at commercial ports
Friday Five: A life-saving rescue, eerie message boards and freeway construction
Where in AZ??
Did you know you can toss your old license plate?
Adopt a Highway: Remembering Arizona’s memorial groups
Value engineering saves time, reduces motorist inconvenience on I-17 improvement
From the Director: ADOT has special teams responding to traffic incidents
Memorial at Sunset Point honors fallen transportation workers
Where in AZ??
ADOT is involved in the communities we serve

December

Explore sights and sounds from an I-10 bridge deck pour
Award-winning projects making a difference on freeways
On I-17, travelers receive the gift of time -- estimated travel times, to be exact
Drivers: Make safe decisions and get on the ‘nice list’
Where in AZ??
From the Director: A year in review at ADOT
Drive-thru small talk reinforces mission to make roads safer
For South Mountain Freeway, 2018 has been a year of great progress
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Giving of ourselves this holiday season
Throwback Thursday: Globe in the horse-and-buggy era
Where in AZ??
Driving Safety Home: ADOT is ready for the winter storm season
Look Back: How I-10 became Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Safety tip: Highway shoulders are for emergencies, not snowball fights
As widening project advances near Eloy, westbound I-10 moves to new lanes
How about a specialty plate for that person who's impossible to shop for?
Where in AZ??
Video: Severed fence leads to rescue of driver stranded for days
Transportation Defined: Bid-Well
2017

January

Where in AZ??
Telling (and showing) you what's happening with these storms
New US 95 bridge making a big difference for the Yuma area
Major storms and ADOT's response, told through Twitter
It's happy fur-ever after for Dottie, the pooch rescued from a freeway
A bird's-eye view of the transformation at Bell and Grand
Where in AZ??
It's more convenient than ever to get your veteran specialty plate
Loop 101's 64th Street interchange built ahead of its time -- for a reason
New traffic cameras expand your view of highways around the state
Art of Transportation: What a tangled web we weave
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
2016 ADOT Twitter highlights
Rumour has it there's a winner for favorite 2016 safety message
2020 is the year to keep in mind for air travel and your state credential
Protective fencing on SR 89A's Midgley Bridge matches scenic surroundings
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Blue accents
More and more Authorized Third Party providers offering driver license services
On Phoenix-area freeways, 2016 accomplishments and more improvements in 2017

February

Bell and Grand: Telling the story through photos and videos
Where in AZ??
Share your stories from US Bicycle Route 90
Art of Transportation: Gigantic fans
Veterans program helps MVD reach former military members
Throwback Thursday: Slushy Scottsdale roads
Slideshow: Bridge demolition moves Ina/I-10 interchange project forward
Driving Safety Home: Messages on overhead signs are all about safety
Where in AZ??
Marana app connects you with businesses and traffic alerts during Ina/I-10 project
Art of Transportation: Overhead view of ramp construction
From the Director: ADOT keeps economy moving in 2017
Last call for safety message contest entries
State Route 189 improvements begin with public input
From the Director: What are Safety Corridors?
Huddle up! Make safe, smart calls when driving this weekend
Where in AZ??
Simple solution saves money on street sweeper repairs
Hashknife Pony Express saddles up for a historic ride along state highways
By opening earlier in Tucson, MVD improves customer service, saves taxpayer dollars
From the Director: More creative than ADOT? It’s your turn!
Spanish Blog: MANEJO DE INCIDENTES DE TRÁFICO
If you can't find Love, try driving to Valentine
Slow down for the ones you love

March

Why spike strips aren't the answer to wrong-way incidents
An ADOT snowblower in action can be a sign of spring
Art of Transportation: Marana geometric patterns
Where in AZ??
Pooling ideas to reduce the dangers from dust storms
Create your own luck: Drive sober on St. Patrick’s Day
Fresh Produce Association: ADOT's Border Liaison Unit providing a great service
A faster look at a very quick and innovative bridge project
Where in AZ??
From the Director: An opportunity to tell ADOT what to plan for in the next five years
Numbers tell only part of MVD's continuous-improvement story
Let's make NCAA championship rush hour a slam dunk for all
Art of Transportation: Bridge materials follow shapes created by nature
'Traveling' is allowed during Final Four: ADOT’s freeway tips
Take a virtual drive on the South Mountain Freeway
From the Director: Saving taxpayers money, a half hour at a time
Blue highway logo signs benefit motorists, businesses and the state
Clearing the way for a better Ina/I-10 interchange
Throwback Friday? The Bell and Grand interchange 50 years ago
Vote for your favorite in the Safety Message Contest
Where in AZ??
The results are in: Here’s how you rank transportation funding priorities
Social media making commercial traffic more efficient at international ports
Better safe than sorry when enjoying spring on two wheels
New northwestern Arizona bridge will be ready for traffic in just four days
Slideshow: Ina Road/I-10 work includes upgrades west of interstate
Where in AZ??
Spring forward? Not if you buckle up
From the Director: It’s your turn to vote on safety messages!
Throwback Thursday: Just two trucks, lots of horses for the 1915 Arizona Highway Department

April

Where in AZ??
'Sunscreen' spares transplanted saguaros from sunburn
Coming Friday: Winners of ADOT’s Safety Message Contest
Zipper merge: In the right situations, two lanes can be better than one
Art of Transportation: It's a dirty job
Where in AZ??
Arizona's first pre-fab bridge saves $2.6 million
Providing an inside look at how ADOT inspects commercial vehicles for safety
Have a question or concern for ADOT?
Throwback Thursday: Outer Loop Freeway
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Hoover Dam
Throwback Thursday: First Arizona license plates
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Making the connection between international commerce and safety
Give 'em a brake in the work zone
ADOT employees explain why work zone safety matters
Meeting begins countdown to big project for Maricopa
From the Director: Help us protect ADOT workers, you and your passengers
Look twice for motorcycles this weekend
Where in AZ??
From the Director: ADOT offers latest South Mountain Freeway virtual tour online
Maricopa's bridge project: Take a virtual helicopter ride into the future
No "I" in team or in ADOT Partnering

May

From the Director: Making wise choices
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Walking the state line
ADOT offers multiple ways for motorists to be in the know
Take steps to reduce the chance of fires breaking out along highways
Building for growth in northern Pima County
Don't forget this important step after selling a vehicle
Better safe than sorry during summer road trips
Monsoons are coming, and our Ina Road project is ready
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Riveting bridge
Scenic flights have long history at Grand Canyon
From the Director: The time is now to shape the Interstate 11 corridor
ADOT's Ina/I-10 project protects desert dwellers batty about a bridge
Make your voice heard as we study Interstate 11 between Nogales and Wickenburg
Commercial vehicle safety is important to making roads safer for all drivers
Tom Mix Monument along SR 79 marks end of the trail for a screen cowboy
Car buffs celebrating Historic Route 66 with cruise
From the Director: Facial recognition training, software protecting your identity
Where in AZ??
State Route 67's remote location is among its attractions
Your opinion: SR 89A through Oak Creek Canyon rules Arizona's scenic drives
Ina Road/I-10 construction: Bustling and on schedule
ADOT enlists ASU engineering majors to help create new cattle guard concept
How old tires become part of smooth, durable freeway pavement
Where in AZ??

June

From the ADOT Archives: The 'Stack' construction
Continuous Improvement: New MVD hours reduce wait times
Highway History: State Route 85
With projects underway in high country, be sure to ‘Move Over’ in work zones
Where in AZ??
ADOT Friday Five: Wildfires, Crash Facts and toilet paper
Where in AZ??
These ADOT photos take you on a Route 66 tour
From the Director: Somber statistics on Arizona vehicle crashes
Inflating awareness about tire pressure
Give me message boards, or give me a lack of information!
Happy new year, Pinal County!
Art of Transportation: Guardrail reflections
Technology makes early dust detection possible for planned I-10 system
ADOT message boards heat up
From the Director: Arizona gets its kicks with Route 66 plate
Where in AZ??
Adding more features to ServiceArizona.com helps you avoid the line
Sonoran Corridor: A map without a route
Secure your load to help save lives
VIDEO: Nostalgic plate wins award and raises thousands for nonprofit
Summer paving projects planned for the high country
Where in AZ??
Driving Safety Home: Sharing the Road
Dust storms and dust channels: What’s the difference?
Marking the miles one milepost at a time

July

Where in AZ??
Two projects now rejuvenating weather-damaged I-40 stretches west of Flagstaff
Arizona’s silver-screen highways reel in filmmakers
Tucson MVD gets facelift
From the Director: First-of-its-kind wrong-way detection system for AZ
Stay out of the No-Zone
Smart phones. Smart cars. Coming soon: Smart freeways
Mohawk: Not your parents’ rest area any more
New record set at the MVD and it will benefit Arizonans
Spanish Blog: Manténgase fuera de las ÁREAS CIEGAS (No-Zone en inglés)
Where in AZ??
From the Archives: 1970s safety messages
More progress on Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway
Where in AZ??
Where in AZ??
On the Fourth, only sparklers should be lit
Video: Agreement establishes driver license reciprocity between Arizona, Republic of Korea
Art of Transportation: Picketpost Mountain
Continuous Improvement: Retrofitting overhead message boards
Driving Safety Home: Stay safe this summer by planning for extreme weather
Where in AZ??
Must-know Monday: Common Questions for ADOT
Last call for comments on this phase of the Sonoran Corridor study
From the Director: Times Are A-Changing at MVD
Video: The future of I-11
Art of Transportation: Nuts and bolts

August

Tips for driving in a downpour
Frontage roads get prominent billing at I-10/Loop 303 project in Goodyear
From the Director: Improvements at our ports of entry mean business for Arizona
Where in AZ??
Explore sights and sounds from I-10/South Mountain Freeway interchange work
ADOT's YouTube channel hits a major milestone
Webcams beam images of faraway Arizona places
Where in AZ??
When it comes to protection from the heat, we can all learn from highway crews
Awards are nice, but our real reward is making transportation personal
Driving Safety Home: Share the road, stay safe
Three tips for a successful Labor Day road trip
Don’t cast a shadow on safety
Art of Transportation: Craning to see the moon
Step aside: Making improvements without giving drivers a roadblock
Art of Transportation: Perspective is everything
What do Metallica, Neil Diamond and Ed Sheeran have to do with traffic safety?
Where in AZ??
Highway History: State Route 89 from Wickenburg to Ash Fork
It's wise to plan ahead, even with 2020 a few years off
Rebuilding five miles of I-40 for a better winter ride
Behind the scenes at Arizona Highways, still going strong after 92 years
Replacing wiper fluid jugs with tablets saves money - and more
Where in AZ??
A bridge to better picnicking on Mount Graham
The straddle bent: Where freeway infrastructure meets art

September

Safe driving is the ‘sweetest thing’
Live from the ADOT Sign Shop
With an assist from a famous source, ADOT rocks highway safety
Catching you up on our SR 87 safety improvements
Where in AZ??
Make sure it's the real deal when conducting online MVD transactions
State-of-the-art ADOT Traffic Operations Center turns 5
The calendar says it's fall, but winter is coming
Yesterday and Today: Interstate 17 at Camp Verde
Boldly going where no one has gone before
Free training offered by ADOT gives job-seekers a gateway to construction careers
Where in AZ??
Continuous improvement: Safety training program benefits both sides of the border
A video update on the I-10/Ina Road project, six months in
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Rows of rebar
ADOT makes more traffic cameras available on az511.gov
Loop 202 Salt River bridges: Longest-ever girders -- and big benefits for community
Friday Five: Roundabouts, new webcams and a ramp closure in Surprise
Where in AZ??
I-40 pavement rehab project continues
Temporary ponds providing water for South Mountain Freeway construction
Does that used car pass the smell test?

October

Where in AZ??
Future transportation leaders connect with South Mountain Freeway project and its people
Tow truck parade kicks off Move Over Awareness Day
What international visitors need to know before driving in Arizona
Art of Transportation: Making tracks
Vote for your favorite weather photos
From the Archives: Mapping in the '70s
It's halftime for a key transportation project in Yuma
ADOT Friday Five: Closures, hot dogs and cartography
Where in AZ??
Hocus pocus: Get an early start home on Halloween and drive with focus
From the Director: Expanding MVD services without having to build new offices
Consider the colorful history of traffic cones
Where in AZ??
Let the professionals handle dogs and other animals on freeways
Where in AZ??
Project offers rare look at what lies beneath a highway surface
ADOT helps Light AZ Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Follow biologists locating, and relocating, chuckwallas for South Mountain Freeway
ADOT Twitter at 200,000: It began with no plan, no policy, no permission
Vote for your favorite tweets
Sometimes it's good to be a follower, especially when it comes to Twitter
MVD is getting customers out of the line and safely on the road
New freeway ramps improve mobility for West Valley drivers
Art of Transportation: Casting a web on Ina
Amid all this Twitter celebration, a nod to ADOT Facebook
Where in AZ??

November

From the Archives: Black Canyon Highway at Thomas
From the Director: Bringing awareness to traffic incident management
Where in AZ??
In Maricopa, "a beautiful friendship" leads to an important project
A plank road was once the way between Yuma and San Diego
ADOT has safety messages for your holiday travel
Where in AZ??
Highway History: US 89A from Bitter Springs to Fredonia
From the Director: The Long and Winding Road
A year on, International Border Inspection Qualification program continues to grow
Driving Safety Home: Drivers can’t become complacent when it comes to winter travel
Do you know what to do in these situations?
ServiceArizona.com: 20 years of getting you out of line and safely on the road
From the Director: ADOT brings jobs and benefits to the small-business community
As ADOT preps for winter, you should too
Top five reasons to download the ADOT Alerts app
From the Director: Impairment from medications, illegal drugs causing more crashes, fatalities
Headed to Havasu? Plan extra travel time on SR 95
Where in AZ??
Five tips to ensure you’re ‘appy’ with the ADOT app
Are you a sightseer or a homebody? Find out here
A visit from Rocky helps mark milestone for Ina Road/I-10 project
Speed limits lowered on I-17 near Black Canyon City during Veterans Day weekend
From the Director: The app you have to have
Where in AZ??

December

Where in AZ??
Holiday spirit hits our overhead signs
Driving Safety Home: Let’s all do our part to make sure 2017 ends on a safe note
Know snow by the numbers
Geofences are key to making the ADOT Alerts app work for you
Christmas comes early for one truck driver
Vote on your favorite holiday safety message!
ADOT’s Grand Canyon National Park Airport marks half century of state operation
Vote for your favorite 2017 safety messages
South Mountain Freeway: What a difference a year makes
Plan ahead for New Year’s Eve revelry
Where in AZ??
After first taste of snow, get ready for even more in Arizona's high country
Where in AZ??
File a Sold Notice with MVD or you could wind up fighting a fine
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Calling I-17 a 'deadly highway' misses the point
State highway to North Rim closes for the winter
From the Archives: Interstate 17 in downtown Phoenix
Interstate 17: Where faster isn't better
Where in AZ??
From the Director: Reducing wrong-way crashes starts with you and me
Star Wars is coming to a freeway near you
Saturday night’s all right for working
For the person who has everything, how about a specialty plate?
Highway History: State Route 68, from gold mining to casinos
2016

January

Pup rescued from SR 51 has a good home in her future
ADOT Safety Calendar helps promote safe working culture
Partnership placing DPS Troopers at TOC has helped reduce time taken to clear freeway crashes
Contractor selected for project to relieve congestion at US 60 and Bell Road
Have a question for ADOT? Here's how to find the answer
US 60 Oak Flat project update
ADOT partnerships at work on I-15 Virgin River Bridge No. 6
From the Archives: Winter weather
Top 10 things we learned from writing the ADOT Blog in 2015

February

Work starts on south half of Loop 303/I-10 interchange
Building a Freeway: Girder Placement on Hell Canyon Bridge
Engineers Week celebrates the people and projects that keep Arizona moving
Motor-vehicle crash fatalities rose in 2015, preliminary data show
From the Archives: US 89
ADOT project creating more reliable link to key Yuma County employer
Adopt a Highway volunteers help keep roads litter-free
ADOT tries out a different method for merging
See how more people are avoiding lines at MVD
MVD assists veterans during 2016 StandDown
Busy snowplow drivers kept roads open during recent storm

March

Have an opinion? We want to hear it!
Thank you for supporting great causes through specialty license plates
Is El Niño a bust?
ADOT's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program wins recognition
Arizona's Voluntary Travel ID is here, but there's no rush
Spring break on Arizona’s highways
Buckle up! NASCAR star Joey Gase takes our road test to promote Donate Life AZ
Some changes in store for the ADOT Blog
Message board campaigns designed to promote conversations about safety
With snow still a possibility, let's meet ADOT's new TowPlow
ADOT Twitter followers key to success
ADOT Twitter account reaches major milestone: 100,000 followers

April

In the market for a used vehicle? Here are five quick tips to keep in mind
Aerial video shows progress on Bell and Grand project
Many steps already taken on wrong-way driving, but more to come
Timing of paving work is sometimes decided by Mother Nature
ADOT works to safeguard wildlife along state highways
From our director: Sharing your travel story benefits us all
April brings reminders on work-zone safety, dangers of distracted driving
Considering the new Travel ID? Here are some guidelines to help you decide what to do
Five ways to make Arizona's highways safer for everyone - especially you
Take an animated tour of the interchange coming in Surprise
Look twice with motorcycle events in the Valley this week
How do you get around, Arizona?
Plan ahead with major upgrade starting at Bell and Grand

May

Six ways to make your Arizona MVD trip faster
What a difference a month makes at Bell and Grand
From the Director: Future of transportation moves us closer to 'Jetsons'
From airplane graveyard to ADOT's Airport of the Year
ADOT, archaeologists look to learn more about past before South Mountain Freeway construction
From the Director: Interstate 11 comment period is now
Motorcycle Awareness Month is marked in May
Awards program honors ADOT shops for sustainability
Road Trip: Arizona’s piece of US 60, an original transcontinental highway
SR 89 Hell Canyon Bridge will have some heavenly features
New Diamondbacks look extends to license plate
New hi-def cameras give motorists better picture of traffic
Transportation, travel and tourism featured on ADOT overhead message boards
Donate Life raises flag at MVD Office for National Blue and Green Day
How ADOT and the community created a Bell/Grand project that benefits all
Finding water deep beneath the desert key to reopening rest area
Foam allows ADOT to give freeways a boost
One Less Spark: How motorists can help prevent wildfires
Big changes to bridge over the Little Colorado River
From the Director: National survey charts Arizona's travel patterns, needs

June

The adventure ahead, documented in a 1940s postcard
Vehicles for hire, pit stops help tell story of ADOT's continuous improvement
Driving through a modern roundabout doesn’t have to be confusing
Preserving, relocating native plants a big part of ADOT's Loop 101 project
Driving Safety Home: Be alert and expect the unexpected
Where in AZ??
From the Director: When thunder roars, ADOT rolls
Environmental Resources Roadshow empowers citizens to improve their community
Here's what ADOT guardrails do and why they're so important
Arizona Highways shows off its wild side in latest book
ADOT MVD 'laboratory' testing ways to improve customer service
From the Archives: Technology moves MVD customer service ahead
Oracle Road project benefits wildlife, motorists and cyclists
A look at trouble spots for blowing dust around Arizona
From the Director: Should 'accident' be used in transportation terminology?
How we looked at safety devices in explaining the 2015 Crash Facts report
From the Director: I-10 Corridor Coalition will enhance flow of commerce, travel
Why you should turn off your vehicle's lights when pulling aside for dust
Driving alert, slowing down can save a lives in work zones
Three months of construction presented in three minutes

July

Not all dust storms are the same
Art of Transportation: A peek at a girder being set
Star Trek-themed transportation safety messages
The underlying causes of extreme heat in the Arizona desert
Where in AZ??
From the Director: How ADOT strives to do better
A who's who of involvement in the I-11 study process
ADOT kicks off safety campaign with Arizona Cardinals player Jared Veldheer
Traffic switch signals another milestone for Bell and Grand project
Where in AZ??
Transportation trivia: What's a freeway vs. a highway?
Spanish Blog: ¡CUIDE SU VIDA, ORÍLLESE!
Road Trip: The I-15 Virgin River Corridor is a hidden engineering marvel
At Texas Canyon, a first impression of Arizona
Public involvement key to shaping Interstate 11 environmental study
From the Director: Investments in trade corridors continue
Loop 303 upgrades put it ahead of the curve
We now go live to ADOT...
Girder installation a big step forward for Bell/Grand project
Art of Transportation: Majesty below the cliffs near US 89A
The Quiet Man and the public invited to John Wayne Parkway project meeting
From the Director: FASTLANE grant monies coming to ADOT
Gaming and driving don't mix

August

Where in AZ??
Adopt a Highway connects family, highway and ADOT employee
From the Director: South Mountain Freeway will drive economic development
Don't forget your paperwork when applying for a Voluntary Travel ID
Picture-perfect progress continues on Bell-Grand overpass and interchange
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Bridge truss frames moon
ADOT program helps construction projects finish on time and on budget
Donor Network of Arizona celebrates MVD role in organ donation
Transportation Trivia: The long and the short of Arizona’s highways
From the Director: Protecting your 'blind side'
Travel tips for football fans driving to Camp Tontozona
Boulders on a highway? For US 89A repairs, ADOT called Boulder Busters
Driving Safety Home: Prepare for high temperatures to stay safe on the road
Where in AZ??
How tropical moisture fuels Arizona's wild monsoon weather
Our photographers go to extremes to document all things ADOT
First responders benefit from training opportunities along South Mountain Freeway path

September

Planning priorities: ADOT wants your opinion to shape Long-Range Transportation Plan
Spanish blog: ¡La importancia del cinturón de seguridad y asiento de seguridad para nuestros hijos!
The old bridge at Hell Canyon goes out with a bang (see the video)
Where in AZ??
From the Director: For commuters, time is of the essence
A new perspective on az511.gov
MVD teams up with Valley of the Sun United Way to help the homeless
Take an aerial tour of ADOT's progress at Bell and Grand
More improvements coming to State Route 189 in Nogales
MVD works to keep you out of lines -- even somebody else's
Don’t trash our state: ADOT offers ways to mark Arizona Pollution Prevention (P2) Week
Half of child car seats are installed incorrectly, so please learn how yours works
When buying used cars, avoid headaches by doing your research
New inspection facility greets commercial vehicles in Ehrenberg
ADOT boards light up with Labor Day safety messages
Arizona fans show school spirit with specialty license plates
From the Director: Pilot program starts for expanded truck loads on I-10, I-19
There's a good chance we can save you that trip to an MVD office
Where in AZ??
Abracadabra: Replacing a southern Arizona bridge while keeping it open to traffic
From the Director: Tackling challenges, finding solutions
US 89 improvements in Cameron increase safety and mobility
Art of Transportation: The faces of ADOT

October

From the Director: Don't be a selfish driver
New campaign targets selfish driving
Removing detours for new drivers at MVD
Art of Transportation: Fall colors in Prescott
How different sources expect winter weather to play out in Arizona
Your view of traffic at az511.gov is now even more current
Freeway parade reminds motorists to 'Move Over'
Make mummy proud this Halloween: Buckle up, pay attention
MVD specialty plate lets Arizonans join fight against breast cancer
Where in AZ??
A tale fit for Halloween: ADOT’s bat man to the rescue
Autonomous vehicles are in Arizona, and ADOT is on board
Where in AZ??
From the Archives: Talking safety at the Arizona State Fair is an ADOT tradition
From the Director: What Moves You, Arizona?
Where in AZ??
With a sign and message, Arizona aims to STOP domestic violence
Leading continuous improvement takes ADOT's director into the sign shop
Transportation innovation event showcases exciting new ideas
Driving Safety Home: Pay attention and share the road
Coronado Trail leads to Arizona’s heavenly high country
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Beauty and the bridge
'Litter Lifters' group marks 35 years of helping keep the Prescott area beautiful
Some advice we hope you never have to use

November

Saguaro cactuses relocated for South Mountain Freeway
Where in AZ??
Taliesin West field trip helps give South Mountain Freeway a Frank Lloyd Wright touch
Enforcing roadway safety with a handshake and a smile
At Bell and Grand, it's a great day to watch traffic
Continuous Improvement: ADOT invention addresses graffiti problem
Cleanup along 45 highway miles yields 1,000 pounds of trash
Don't get snowed this winter. Take the Know Snow quiz!
Where in AZ??
Scenic highway to Grand Canyon's North Rim going on ice for winter
Taking the mystery out of commercial vehicle inspections at the border
After a crash use quick clearance and stay safe
Plows are primed, drivers are trained and ADOT is ready for snow
Bell Road reopening at Grand Avenue in time for holiday shopping season
From the Director: Making transportation personal
A new DIY option from the Motor Vehicle Division
Tucson vehicle-repair shop saves steps to improve efficiency
Temporary digs for plants that will grace South Mountain Freeway
Where in AZ??
Art of Transportation: Giving northern Arizona a California feel
Our Bell-Grand project is on home stretch toward reopening Bell Road
Three agencies coordinate to fund improvements at Ina and I-10
Arizona highways honor veterans all year long
On Veterans Day, explore some of the tributes near the State Capitol
Where in AZ??

December

No hippos here; just safe driving
Snowballs and safety: Why you shouldn't park along highways to play in the snow
A little pavement means a lot for the South Mountain Freeway
What do residents think of the new Bell/Grand bridge? See our video
Seriously, ADOT endorses throwing snowballs, sledding, etc.
Where in AZ??
When a powerful snowstorm hits, safest choice is waiting it out
Vote for your favorite freeway signs of 2016
Happy 90th birthday, Route 66!
Don't fear the reaper: Welcome 2017 with sober driving
Arizona empieza a instalar los primeros Corredores Seguros en el estado
Using the Force to keep drivers safe
Timing is everything when it comes to improving traffic flow
New law on vehicle fees benefits survivors of fallen service members
Art of Transportation: Rainbow arch
Where in AZ??
As these videos show, working for ADOT can be a real blast
Wireless technology allows remote traffic monitoring in Maricopa
When you see flashing lights, “Move Over”
Driving Safety Home: Your decisions are key with winter at hand
Highway holiday tradition continues on Interstate 17
Why there's zero tolerance for violations in new safety corridors
With three specialty plates coming, more worthy causes will benefit
2015

January

Vehicles of ADOT: Profilometer
I-15 Bridge 6 reconstruction update
Transportation Defined: Snow Fence
Partnering on the I-15 Bridge No. 6 Project
Red diesel is not street diesel
Tips for your next trip to an emissions testing station
From the Archives: Smooth Roads
From the Rearview Mirror: I-10 tunnel upkeep
Cameron roadway improvement project update
Now that we've Sasquatch your attention...

February

US 89 landslide: Final phase of the repair
Engineers Week celebrates engineering contributions
Transportation Defined: Minibenches
I-15 Virgin River Bridge No. 6 update
ADOT's Twitter account offers more than just trip tips
Traffic breaks and I-15 construction
From the Rearview Mirror: Arizona Centennial
Key ADOT projects move forward this year in Phoenix, Tucson and statewide
ADOT continues progress on US 89 landslide repair
Crews repair, repave sinkhole on SR 89A
Updated plan addresses transportation safety issues, offers solutions
Work on a new climbing lane along SR 95 is underway
Transportation Defined: Asphalt

March

Check it out: Loop 101/90th Street bridge time lapse
Tentative Construction Program is ready for public comment
National Work Zone Awareness Week begins today
From the Archives: Work Zone Safety in the 60s, 70s and 80s
Truck escape ramps serve important safety role
US 89 south of Page repaired and open to traffic
From the Rearview Mirror: Green Dirt
US 89 landslide repair project is nearly complete
Don’t Park Your Cars Yet: Arizona Still Needs its Highways for a Robust Economy
Work to improve, expand Loop 303/US 60 interchange is underway
ADOT's Construction Academy prepares participants for the workforce
Planning ensured a safe, efficient driving experience during one of year's biggest events
MVD services provided to veterans at 2015 StandDown
South Mountain Freeway receives final federal approval

April

Months of US 89 repair work is squeezed down to minutes in new time-lapse videos
Happy Earth Day!
Understanding the Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon
ADOT, other agencies collaborate during annual Dust Storm Workshop
Why does Arizona have an MVD and not a DMV?
ADOT receives environmental award for San Pedro bridge replacement near Sierra Vista
Work continues on Loop 202 improvement project
Learn about ADOT's Right of Way Group
Channelizing devices help to guide road users
Congressional proposal formally extends I-11 to Southern Arizona
Crews begin bridge removal on US 89 Cameron project
US 89 is open, repairs are complete
National Vision and Big Thinking Necessary for 21st-Century Transportation Infrastructure
Transportation Defined: Bailey Bridge
How to maneuver a modern roundabout
Protect yourself when buying or selling a vehicle

May

Need a driver license? Save time at the MVD office by going online first
Nesting birds are protected during construction
No state highway closures over Memorial Day weekend
From the Rearview Mirror: Girders
US 89 Cameron roadway improvement project progresses
Future improvement projects along US 60 near Globe to cause delays
ADOT's environmental stewardship during migratory bird season
Yuma International Airport named 2015 Airport of the Year
Get motorcycle safety training from the pros
From the Archives: The science of transportation
Availability of energy-efficient vehicle license plates has ended
ASU landscape architecture students get Loop 101 tour

June

Wonder why you should turn off your vehicle lights, once you’ve pulled aside?
From the Archives: Dust storm safety
Five-year Construction Program gets approved
US 95 San Luis street improvements completed
From the ADOT Archives: Arizona's first freeway interchange
Where will you be when the dust settles?
Innovative construction technology used on pavement improvement project
Songs of summer: ADOT’s dust storm playlist
SR 89A Oak Creek bank protection project is underway
Arizona motor-vehicle crash deaths dropped in 2014
Quick action and teamwork clears flood debris from US 89 in Page
ADOT completes new surface of reconstructed northbound I-15 bridge
New interactive map makes it easy to find nearby MVD, third party offices

July

ADOT expands hours and days when travel times are displayed above Phoenix-area freeways
US 89 improvement underway south of Page
Adopt a Highway volunteers keep roadways beautiful
Hell Canyon bridge replacement project is underway
From the Rearview Mirror: Sign Shop
Work on Loop 101 widening project continues
Plan ahead for driving in hot weather conditions
ADOT MVD awarded for customer service, convenience
Your MVD-related questions (and answers)
Heavy-equipment operators get new kind of training
New project milestone on I-15 Virgin River Bridge No. 6

August

ADOT begins repairs along US 89A following heavy rainfall
Donor Network of Arizona recognizes August as ‘ADOT MVD Saves Lives Month’
ADOT utilizing technology to conduct efficient commercial vehicle safety inspections
New specialty license plates now available
Share the road
After highway sign rescue, owls released back into wild
From the Archives: Deck Park Tunnel construction
From the Archives: Deck Park drainage tunnels
Safety is the goal during National Stop on Red Week
Motorists can now go online to renew, replace permanent disability placards
Happy 25th birthday, Deck Park Tunnel!
Traffic Incident Management helps to clear incidents, reduce congestion
The Deck Park Tunnel turns 25 today

September

ADOT nationally recognized for environmental leadership
ADOT YouTube channel nears milestone
Work continues on Hell Canyon Bridge replacement
Your top vehicle registration questions (and the answers)
I-17/SR 89A intersection improvements wrap up near Flagstaff
Why we build roundabouts
Transportation Defined: Rustication
From the Rearview Mirror: Loop 303
No new plates, but list of vehicles qualifying for the Energy Efficient Plate Program has been updated
Give us your feedback on the Passenger Rail Corridor Study
History is re-created in Tombstone as part of ADOT project on SR 80

October

From the Archives: ADOT goes Back to the Fair
Work on US 89 roundabout wraps up in Page
Work continues on Loop 101 widening project
1.8 million-pound oversize load set to move through Arizona
From the Rearview Mirror: Caissons
ADOT builds new pedestrian underpass on SR 189
Arizona gets approval for U.S. Bicycle Route 90
ADOT iShare Innovation Showcase highlights new ideas
Loop 101 drivers are urged to slow down in the work zone
Yesterday and Today: Driving on Interstate 17
Improvements continue along US 60 corridor near Superior
Driving Safety Home: Arizona's Move Over law

November

Loop 101 widening project progresses past halfway point
Holiday Travel: Be patient, don’t speed when out on state's highways
Know Snow: By the numbers
Know Snow: Be prepared for winter-weather travel season
U.S. Bicycle Route 90 runs through Arizona border to border
Westbound I-10 east of Tucson to close overnight Nov. 17
Yesterday and Today: Navajo Bridge
Thank you to all our veterans
Driving Safety Home - Helping your teenager establish safe driving habits
US 89 reconstruction honored as ‘Project of the Year’
Adobe building restoration is part of SR 80 project

December

Under new law, ADOT offers vehicle license tax exemption to survivors of fallen first responders
Tips for a happy and safe holiday travel season
ADOT facilitates training for first responders
Traveling on US 180 to see the snow? Here's how you can make the trip a little easier
From the Rearview Mirror: Assisting Santa Claus
Heading to play in the snow? Have fun, but leave prepared
“The Force Awakens” - even Jedi need sleep before driving
Yesterday and Today: Snowplows
Red Mountain Freeway improvement project update
Oversized load requires brief closure of eastbound I-10 near Benson early Sunday
Motorcycle safety training is a must
2014

January

Components of a plan set
Levels of environmental clearance
US 89 update
ADOT workers rescue dog, reunite her with owners
From the ADOT Archives: Replacing a bulb on I-15
Avoid abandoned vehicle fees after selling your car
Phoenix, Tucson and statewide construction projects to continue in 2014
Defacing license plates is illegal
Virgin River Gorge bridge improvements scheduled for Interstate 15
A look back at some of ADOT's milestones from 2013
ADOT Year in Review, part 2
ADOT Year in Review, part 3
Transportation Defined: Geogrid
Vehicles of ADOT: Cone Trucks

February

Project to rebuild US 89 near Page moves forward
ADOT engineers confirm no damage to 'Stack' following Thursday's fire
Arizona Highways publisher recognized for contributions to tourism
From the ADOT Archives: Communicating with the Public
Progress can be seen on Loop 101 ramps in Glendale
I-17 climbing lane project moves to next phase
Guest Post: Engineer in Training tells what she's learned
Engineers Week celebrates how engineering makes a difference in our world
Ramp Meters: Unappreciated or just misunderstood?
ADOT snowplow crews at work
MVD office wait time information now available online
Transportation Defined: Lead Abatement
New opportunity to provide feedback on the I-11 and Intermountain West Corridor Study
New bicycle/pedestrian bridge is open in Chandler

March

Historic Chevelon Creek Bridge gets restored
520-ton oversize load slowly makes its way through state
New I-11 signs mark congressionally designated corridor
Major reconstruction of Virgin River Bridge No. 6 to begin on I-15
The Science of Transportation: Sieve Analysis
A new website for the Arizona State Transportation Board
Look at the progress: Loop 303/I-10 traffic interchange
Much effort needed to move I-11 from concept to reality
Tentative Five-Year Construction Program ready for public comment
A new milestone for Loop 303 project
Public comment period begins this week for ADOT's passenger rail study
Numbering Arizona's highways

April

ADOT to auction vehicles, other equipment April 19 in Phoenix
Upcoming Earth Day inspires a look back to previous posts
New boot truck spray guards help protect environment, save money
How it's made: Rubberized asphalt
By the Numbers: Rubberized Asphalt
Check it out: Wildlife underpass installation
Gov. Brewer, Mesa officials help ADOT dedicate SR 24
SR 89A switchbacks to close for up to five weeks after Memorial Day
ADOT selects preconstruction contractor for emergency repairs on US 89
New Loop 101 HOV-lane ramps now open at Maryland Ave. in Glendale
Comment period continues for ADOT's passenger rail study
Work Zone Awareness Week starts today
Will you know what to do when a dust storm hits?
Happy third birthday to the ADOT Blog!

May

Delivering information about weekend freeway restrictions is a team effort
‘One Less Spark’ campaign shows how drivers can help prevent wildfires
All about attenuators
Transportation Management Plans help to minimize construction impacts
Additional energy efficient license plates now available exclusively for plug-in hybrids
Share the road and save a life during motorcycle safety awareness month
Check It Out: Freeway Sign Installation
Vehicles of ADOT: Boom Axe
I-10 closed near downtown Phoenix this weekend for APS power line project
Check it Out: I-10 bridge demolition
Many methods used to prevent wildlife from entering roadway
ADOT launches mobile version of site
ADOT to launch new driver license process and design

June

New license, new process now in effect
Haboob Haikus help spread important safety message
State Transportation Board approves Five-Year Construction Program
ADOT initiating recycling program at rest areas
Crews worked to complete SR 89A repairs ahead of schedule
Rocky the Ringtail
ADOT launches ‘Safe Phone Zones’ at 14 highway rest area locations
Pull Aside, Stay Alive
Ringtail on the new Arizona driver licenses needs a name
Transportation defined: Hydrodemolition and MMC
ADOT reconstructing I-17 intersection at JW Powell south of Flagstaff
Drivers reminded to "Pull Aside, Stay Alive"
Haboob Haiku is back!
ADOT invites you to participate in new dust storm survey

July

Energy Efficient Plate FAQs
From the Archives: ADOT's logo
ADOT continues I-40 upgrades with series of paving projects
ADOT in a nutshell
ADOT continues work on US 89 widening, bridge replacement project near Cameron
Taxpayer money recouped through ADOT’s Insurance Recovery Unit
US 89 landslide repairs to begin later this month
Prescott Municipal Airport named 2014 Airport of the Year
Science of Transportation: Calcium Carbonate testing
ADOT testing larger ‘Wrong Way’ signs
Drivers won't face state highway construction closures over July 4th weekend
ADOT makes switch to online surplus equipment auctions
I-10/Prince Road project is complete

August

From the ADOT Archives: Traffic
Find out what to expect on the road this Labor Day weekend
A lesson in pedestrian and bicycle safety
ADOT opens two ramps connecting Loop 303, I-10
Check it Out: US 89 landslide blasting
Check out the new Loop 303/I-10 Interchange before it opens to traffic
ADOT completes some I-15 bridge projects, easing traffic restrictions
Loop 101 project scheduled to begin this weekend
Overhead message signs to display Blue and Silver Alerts
US 89 landslide repair update

September

SR 260 bridge rehabilitation project update
I-10 improvements continue from Wild Horse Pass Blvd. to Riggs Road
New specialty license plates now available
South Mountain Freeway Final Environmental Impact Statement now available for public review
US 89 widening and bridge replacement progress near Cameron
Protecting Our Most Precious Cargo: Children
Protect your child with an ID card
Driver License FAQ
Work on Loop 101 widening project is underway
Grand Ave/Bell Road intersection project takes next step forward
All ramps are open at the Loop 303/I-10 traffic interchange
US 89 landslide repair continues

October

Teen driver safety: Starting the conversation with your children
Work begins on Loop 202 improvement project
ADOT hosts pre-apprenticeship program for construction industry
SR 87 improvement project underway
A new look at Virgin River Bridge No. 6
‘Ghoulish’ traffic can occur during Halloween afternoon rush hour
ADOT to test innovative construction technology to extend life of roadways
US 89 landslide repair project update
I-11 and Intermountain West Corridor Study now complete
Science of Transportation: Chloride and Sulfate testing
Freight can’t move by bus
ADOT Communications Division earns awards
Understanding the Energy Efficient Plate and Alternative Fuel Vehicle programs
From the Archives: ADOT goes to the 1968 Arizona State Fair
An update on Virgin River Bridge No. 6 and a call for public comments

November

Loop 101 project update
No state highway closures over Thanksgiving weekend
From the Rearview Mirror: Landform Graphics
ADOT meetings offer a chance to provide your input
Cameron roadway improvement project moves ahead
From the Archives: Traffic School
Building a Freeway: Moving a Mountain
Be prepared: steps for obtaining a driver license or identification card
Commute times coming to more Phoenix-area freeway message signs
Address Matters
Transportation Defined: Deadman Anchors
Project timelines explained

December

From the Rearview Mirror: Mystery Tree
Know Snow: Winter driving stats
ADOT is ready to support new Arizona governor
ADOT awarded million dollar grant for lighting project in US 60 Queen Creek Tunnel
Happy holidays from the ADOT Blog
Know Snow: By the Numbers
Know Snow: Drivers encouraged to prepare for winter driving
Improved safety, reduced congestion key goals in placing DPS Officer at ADOT’s TOC
More Loop 303 improvement projects are on the way
South Mountain Freeway comment deadline extended to Dec. 29
ADOT Blog marks 600th post
See the US 89 landslide repair project from a different angle
New time-lapse video shows US 89 landslide repair progress
2013

January

3 landscape maintenance tasks regularly performed by ADOT crews that you might not know about
Payson MVD office moving to new location
Freeway travel times help drivers know what to expect on the road ahead
Transportation Defined: Recessed Pavement Markers
Transportation Defined: Climbing Lanes
Work on climbing lane project begins
Reducing motorcycle-crash deaths a statewide priority
Crews wrap up work on I-17 traffic interchange at Munds Park
From the Archives: ADOT goes to the state fair
A look back at some of the milestones from 2012
Multiple transportation projects progressed in 2012
More ADOT highlights from 2012
ADOT director appointed to national research council oversight committee
Building a freeway: box girders
ADOT's bicycle and pedestrian plan rolls out public comment period
ADOT Twitter reaches milestone: #20,000 Tweets

February

New Web page offers the latest US 89 details
Transportation Defined: Inclinometers
ADOT has an online tool to provide vehicle tax details
Transportation Defined: Guardrails
Buckled pavement closes US 89 south of Page
Upcoming bridge removal means most tall trucks will be able to avoid detour through town
National Engineers Week celebrates contributions
From the Archives: Photogrammetry and Surveying
ADOT enhances online camera images as part of operations center upgrade
New report details long-distance, rural travel
Third party vendors offer MVD services
Building a Freeway: Project Development Process
Loop 303/I-10 interchange project reaches milestone

March

Demolishing the Pantano Union Pacific Railroad Bridge
Transportation Defined: Pavement Design Life
Work continues on US 89 landslide site
ADOT plans shorter detour for highway closed by landslide south of Page
‘Move Over’ law protects motorists, roadside personnel
Demolition of old Gila River Bridge under way in Bylas
Transportation Defined: Truck Escape Ramps
MVD provides services, assists veterans at 2013 Arizona StandDown
A new special license plate option is now available
New video examines the geotechnical assessments being made on US 89
I-10 east of Tucson to close overnight March 8 for bridge demolition
ADOT granted $2 million in immediate federal aid to investigate US 89 landslide
ADOT's Tentative Five-Year Construction Program available for comment
Now that we've got your attention...
Move Over AZ: Every Vehicle, Every Time
Move Over AZ: Media helps spread safety message

April

ADOT equipment 'Roadeo' focuses on safety, skills
Lake Havasu City Municipal Airport named 2013 Airport of the Year
New members join State Transportation Board
US 89: Coordinating, managing the emergency response
ADOT's Insurance Recovery Unit helps recover taxpayer money
South Mountain Draft Environmental Impact Statement now available for review, comments
State Transportation Board approves funding for shorter US 89 detour
It's National Work-Zone Safety Awareness Week
ADOT's geotechnical investigation on US 89 landslide enters final stages
Detours offer access to northern Arizona communities, businesses near US 89 closure
ADOT holds annual auction to sell vehicles, other equipment on April 6 in Phoenix
Tucson to host second public hearing for ADOT's Tentative Five-Year Program
From the ADOT Archives: ADOT equipment auction
Transportation Defined: Time Domain Reflectometry
Remembering architect Paolo Soleri

May

Work on N20 detour to start soon
CMAR method is beneficial for certain projects
Portions of Valley freeways will close this afternoon and Saturday morning for funeral processions
ADOT works to wrap up US 89 geotechnical investigation
ADOT lab performs tests on dirt and rocks
Geotechnical section plays important role in roadway and structural design
Work continues on SR 24 in Mesa
Defining bridge inspection terms
Graffiti shields used to deter sign taggers
From the ADOT Archives: A 1978 film crew
Flagstaff to host third public hearing for ADOT's Tentative Five-Year Program
US 89: Restoring Mobility
Arizona makes the top 10 for bicycle friendliness
Building a Freeway: Batch plant
Portion of Loop 303 project now nearly 90 percent complete

June

Construction accident occurs on SR 24 project site
Vote for your favorite #HaboobHaiku
ADOT, Game and Fish host major environmental conference
State Transportation Board approves Five-Year Construction Program
Loop 303 on its way to providing fast, convenient travel option in West Valley
Announcing this year's top Haboob Haikus
Transportation Defined: Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement
Navajo Route 20 is closed for construction
South Mountain community forums provide opportunity to comment on proposed freeway
Annual report shows that motor vehicle crash fatalities in Arizona down slightly in 2012
Groundbreaking ceremony set for temporary US 89 detour route
From Navajo Route 20 to US 89T
Haboob Haiku: Year Two
Pull Aside • Stay Alive: Will you know what to do?

July

Improvements made to Avenue 3E Bridge in Yuma
Building a Freeway: Rubberized Asphalt
Loop 101 closed south of Ray Road in Chandler this weekend for pedestrian bridge work
Adopt a Highway is part of Curtis family tradition
Taking a look at the long-term fix proposed for US89
Structural Materials Testing team evaluates girders, rebar and more
Community outreach and US 89
Produce spill in the Deck Park Tunnel
ADOT identifies long-term US 89 repair solution
ADOT narrows passenger rail alternatives down to 3
Transportation Defined: Minibenches

August

From the ADOT Archives: The Sign Shop
A look at ADOT's Sign Shop
ADOT completes study on economic impact of bicycling in Arizona
Newly paved US 89T set to open with restrictions
ADOT participates in joint-agency inspection of fuel distribution locations and gas stations
DPS, ADOT to focus on I-17 north of Phoenix as 'Safety Corridor' over Labor Day weekend
There’s a lot riding on your tires, including your safety
Work on N20 isn't finished yet
Online tool helps buyers do their research before making vehicle purchase
Welcome to the new ADOT Blog
A look at the South Mountain Freeway public meetings
Transportation Defined: Curing Compound
ADOT's Enforcement and Compliance Division helps keep the roads safe
ADOT receives award for innovation in Nogales Port of Entry project
Modernized Cordes Junction traffic interchange aids local, regional travel
Many details get considered during project construction

September

Preventing tragedies and saving lives with seat belts, child-safety seats
US 89: Surveys for permits required under Clean Water Act
ADOT photolog van used to map state's highways
ADOT communication campaigns win 6 national awards
ADOT partners with U.S. Army for PaYS program
ADOT rolls out new driver license/identification option for veterans
Weathering machine simulates heat and rain for ADOT testing
Portion of Loop 303 will close for traffic switch this weekend
ADOT MVD offers two new services for military veterans
Test your knowledge with practice driver license exams
Recent rain affected several roadways; drivers urged to take it slow as more storms roll in
From the ADOT Archives: Interstate 17 public meeting
Transportation Defined: Rumble Strips

October

US 89: Archaeological site surveys required
ADOT's TOC staff works to keep traffic moving
ADOT seeks input for redevelopment of 511 site
From the ADOT Archives: Weatherometer
ADOT to auction vehicles, other equipment on Nov. 2 in Phoenix
Explaining Alternative Fuel and Energy Efficient license plates
Newly completed US 89 bypass fully open with no restrictions
From the ADOT Archives: Dust Storms
Work resumes on San Pedro Bridge project
I-17/SR 89A intersection improvements planned near Flagstaff
Public-private partnership to manage state's highway rest areas
Safety is top priority for ADOT maintenance crews
Improvements being made on SR 587

November

I-10/Prince Road widening project enters its final phases
Traveling this Thanksgiving? Here's what you need to know...
New HOV ramps being built in West Valley on Loop 101
Know Snow: Clearing the roads
ADOT snowplow drivers are prepared for the season
ADOT ready for winter season
Know Snow
ADOT participates in statewide emergency training exercise
Grand Canyon Airport recognized by Arizona Masonry Guild
MVD, Donor Network of AZ share important partnership
SR 387 improvement project includes new pedestrian hybrid beacon
Understanding all the Valley freeway nicknames

December

Happy Holidays from the ADOT Blog!
Santa makes a stop at ADOT's Grand Canyon Airport
Work continues on Loop 303
Loop 303/I-10 Traffic Interchange project progresses
Drivers can help prevent dangerous roadway debris
Some highways to close for winter season in high country
Vehicles of ADOT: Bucket Trucks
ADOT finalizes Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update
Building a Freeway: Thermoplastic Striping
2012

January

Partnering 101
Building a Freeway: Constructing a temporary bypass
ADOT group tests, evaluates rocks for use in asphalt mix
Materials testing is important when building a road
An update on the I-17 bridges in Munds Park
Transportation Defined: Passive Acoustic Device
Work starts on Loop 303/I-10 interchange
Transportation Defined: CCTV Cameras
Adopt a Highway volunteers are appreciated
Travel demand models help plan for the future
Transportation Defined: Controller Cabinets
Construction under way on new Cordes Junction interchange
ADOT takes a look back at 2011

February

Arizona Highways is a part of state's history
State engineer's responsibilities are numerous
State Engineer gives her take on the job
Engineer in Training program offers new graduates the chance for some real world experience at ADOT
Progress on new I-17/Cordes Junction interchange continues
Results of signal coordination show big improvements
Today in Arizona Transportation History
Arizona's notable transportation history is subject of new report
A Day in ADOT History
Transportation Defined: Loops
ADOT works with cities on signal coordination
Surveys give valuable feedback on quiet pavement
MVD provides services, assists veterans at 2012 StandDown
Expansion joints give bridges room to breathe
ADOT is set to mark AZ centennial with 'day in the life' video project

March

ADOT adopts national road signage standards
Building a Freeway: Soffit Fills and Waste Slabs
ADOT offers easy way to access vehicle tax details
Keep your pets safe and out of the roadway
Familiar look of SR 143 will stay in place
ADOT hosts its version of a garage sale this Saturday
Recent winter storm kept snowplow operators very busy
Green dirt has nothing to do with St. Patrick's Day
Bridge work progresses at Loop 303/Waddell Road
Transportation Defined: Highway Advisory Radio (HAR)
New ramps linking SR 143 and Sky Harbor Blvd set to open Monday
ADOT Five Year Construction Program available for comment
Prince Road/I-10 underpass, ramps to close as ADOT widens busy interchange
ADOT Equipment Shops awarded for reducing impact to environment
STEM studies are at the forefront of upcoming transportation event
Centennial video captures a day in ADOT history

April

Hoover Dam bypass bridge receives honor
A sight to see: 200 horses take to the road in downtown Wickenburg
National Work Zone Awareness Week starts today
Funding Arizona transportation
Pavement-improvement work on SR 347 starts next week
Future female engineers get an up-close look at Loop 303 construction
Work progresses on Loop 303 project north of I-10
Portion of Loop 303 project is 30 percent complete
ADOT crews assist with event traffic control
Business outreach helps ADOT spread the word on upcoming projects
Construction to start on first segment of SR 24 in southeast Mesa
Transportation Defined: Mile Markers
Arizona wins best license plate award for centennial design
ADOT warns public of fraudulent websites
Happy birthday to the ADOT Blog!

May

Transportation Defined: Lost Decks
ADOT reopens routes for summer
Wildfire season is here: tips for driving in reduced visibility
Take a look at how license plates are made
Drivers play an important role in wildfire prevention
I-17 closures slated between Happy Valley Road and Loop 303
Sand barrel crash cushions designed to take an impact
Flashing yellow arrow coming to I-10 interchange at 32nd Street
Alternative fuel license plates explained
Two new Loop 303 expansion projects to start soon in the West Valley
Tell us what you think about ADOT's bicycle and pedestrian plan
Transportation Defined: Rebar Caps
How much are you really paying to drive?
ADOT continues to explore solar lighting to save on fuel
New specialty license plates now available

June

Building a Freeway: Portland Cement Concrete Pavement
Vote for your favorite Haboob Haiku
TIGER program awards grants for significant transportation projects
Building a Freeway: Drainage
Photogrammetry 101
Transportation Defined: Aerial photography film
Announcing the top 5 Haboob Haikus...
State Transportation Board approves ADOT's Five-Year Construction Program
Dust storm danger: Will you know what to do?
The value of social media (aka why did we #HaboobHaiku)
US 93 improvements continue
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport named 2012 Airport of the Year
US 60 pedestrian signal project starting June 11
AAA expects 7.9 million stranded motorists during summer travel season
Pull Aside • Stay Alive
ADOT launches "Haboob Haiku" challenge
How ADOT deals with dust

July

ADOT maintenance crews work through the monsoons
Florence Bridge: A Monument of Treachery
New I-10 ramps in Goodyear open this week
A very special tunnel
Shoe Tree near SR 87 is an Arizona curiosity
Signs are put to the test underneath Arizona's sun
MVD launches emerging technologies for registration renewals
ADOT's Safe Routes to School program funds $4.5 million in projects
Guest post: AAA diamond inspections – demystified
ASU Summer Transportation Institute introduces students to engineering
Work is finished on SR 143 traffic interchange project
US 93 to Hoover Dam project earns top transportation award
Holiday Travel: No state highway construction closures planned on the Fourth

August

New pedestrian bridge now open over I-17
Motor vehicle crash deaths across Arizona rose in 2011
New online tool allows you to virtually "drive" Loop 303/I-10 interchange
Clearing the roadway after a major crash
Work continues on I-17/Cordes Junction interchange project
Utility relocation sometimes necessary during project construction
State highways open over Labor Day weekend
Much to be learned from historic site near SR 77
ADOT team works to preserve history
Bridge replacement project under way in Bylas
SR 260 improvement work continues through Doubtful Canyon
I-10/SR 90 interchange project is under way near Benson
Sound wall construction on the Loop 303 project
Highway crews rely on training and experience to deal with extreme heat
Six things you need to know about Arizona’s booster seat law
Arizona awarded $3.4 million in federal grants for infrastructure improvements

September

SR 24 construction requires Santan traffic switch this weekend
ADOT oversees quick removal of graffiti throughout the state
Transportation Defined: Dynamic Message Signs
Arizona AMBER Alert commemorates 10 years
Better safe than sorry: roadway departure crashes
New high-tech center monitors your highway safety
Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century
SR 87 tanker rollover scene cleared, SR 264 reopened after washout
Work wraps up on SR 64 improvement project
MVD Director named new AAMVA Chair, additional honors received during conference
Learning more about transportation through ADOT Facebook page
Work continues on I-10/Loop 303 interchange project
ADOT makes ADA Transition Plan available for public comment

October

I-11 public meeting set for Oct. 23
ADOT HAZMAT crews play important role in making the road safe
Portion of Loop 303 project now 60 percent complete
Loop 303 closure scheduled this weekend as project reaches a major milestone
ADOT report examines relationship between land use and congestion
Drivers advised to plan ahead for Halloween traffic
ADOT crews get ready for a snowy winter
MVD offers tips to consider when purchasing a vehicle
International Walk to School Day set for Oct. 3
ADOT Communications Team earns honors at TransComm
Public input helps shape San Pedro River Bridge replacement project
New specialty license plate options now available
ADOT seeks public comment for passenger rail, bus study connecting Phoenix, Tucson
Reconstruction of I-17 traffic interchange at Munds Park nears completion

November

From the ADOT Archives: The Superstition Freeway
Cold temperatures put some projects on hold for the season
Crossing the gore area is not allowed
No state highway closures over Thanksgiving weekend
ADOT ready for winter season; snow removal a priority
Class C permits help oversize loads travel safely through the state
Some highways to close for winter season in high country
More community events on the schedule as ADOT continues Passenger Rail Corridor Study
Connect with ADOT through Facebook
Landscaping research earns honors
Construction wraps up on SR 366 improvements
From the ADOT Archives: A 1972 public meeting

December

New I-17 ‘flyover’ bridge opens to traffic, to improve traffic flow
Happy holidays from the ADOT Blog!
Work to replace San Pedro River Bridge is underway
5 electrical maintenance tasks regularly performed by ADOT crews that you might not know about
PARA funds assist rural areas with transportation planning
Drivers need to watch for rain and snow on the road
Grand Canyon Airport helps Marines deliver toys to Havasupai
From the ADOT Archives: Dust Storm Warnings
ADOT urges drivers to slow down, move over in highway work zones
Federal program helps with purchase of new ferry boat
Time is running out: add your voice now to ADOT’s passenger rail study
2011

April

Rubberized asphalt reduces noise, helps environment
Arizona's Scenic Roads
Protect your child with an Arizona ID card
The Bump in the Road (and how to eliminate it)
Transportation Planning, part II
On ALERT
Dusty Roads
How to tear down two bridges in 10 hours or less
Introducing Valley Freeways Thursdays!
Transportation Planning: From Vision to Program
Welcome to ADOT's blog!

May

Take a look: New signs easier to read
Environmental impacts carefully studied by ADOT
Adopt a Highway to help maintain Arizona's beauty
Holiday Travel: I-10 restrictions at Hassayampa Bridge
Holiday Travel: SR 87 construction finished in time for Memorial Day
I-17 bridges in Munds Park ready for upgrades
Staying safe on the road
Working together to accomplish more
New highways help make connections
Paving the newest stretch of Loop 303
Enjoy the view - trees and cacti replanted to maintain the scenery on Loop 303
The Smoothness Factor
The future of Loop 303
Getting a closer look at the Loop 303
ADOT employees awarded for going above and beyond
Partnering: The way ADOT does business

June

Don't Trash Arizona!
Getting the green light: Valley ramp meters now more efficient
Rules of the road: driver license practice tests now online
Barricades vital even when crews aren't in the work zone
ADOT crews on the scene at Wallow Fire
Monsoon season: drivers should expect the unexpected
ADOT to begin work on replacement bridge soon
Why does ADOT replace perfectly good highway signs?
ADOT plays a role in Safe Routes to School
Listen Up: ADOT works to minimize noise impacts
Big sign offers huge welcome to Grand Canyon State
HOV Lanes: Why we build them when we do

July

Construction zone lane lines explained
ADOT seeks public comments on SR 77
Blasts along SR 260 necessary in widening project
SR 260 improvements under way
Work wraps up on I-10 (Papago Freeway) in West Valley
"Move Over" law now covers all vehicles on the side of the road
U.S. Bicycle Route to serve as link between states
ADOT project will help make trips to the airport smoother, faster
Sharing the road
ADOT plays role in airport development
Design-build projects satisfy the need for speed (and save money, too)
Attenuators offer safety on the freeway
MVD assists returning soldiers

August

A new look at memorable I-10 bridge demos
Oversize load safely crosses bridge, makes it to destination on time
Thousands of tumbling tumbleweeds roll into wash
ADOT puts some of Arizona’s abundant sunshine to good use!
Westbound HOV lanes on Loop 101 aren't open yet, but they will be soon
Tiny camera captures bird’s eye view of girder installation
Mystery surrounds tree near I-17
Cleaning, maintenance all part of I-10 tunnel upkeep
ADOT outreach effort wins top national award
Better safe than sorry: Arizona school zones aim to provide safe crossings
ADOT serves as safety oversight for rail transit
Big construction projects call for detailed plans
Westbound I-10 down to one lane this weekend as crews do "tons" of work
Research Center guides ADOT toward transportation innovation
Moving oversize loads requires big effort
Repairs to damaged bridge set to finish by fall
“Turnin' dirt” on the Loop 303 in Surprise

September

Donor Network of Arizona recognizes ADOT partnership
Gonzales Pass earns environmental excellence award
$5 million in grants available from ADOT's Safe Routes to School program
Wattles help prevent sediment pollution
ADOT Aeronautics Group oversees airport pavement program, wins national award
Closure slated for eastbound I-10 in Southeast Valley this weekend
Loop 303 makes annual "Top 10 Roads" list
(Re)-bridging the gap: Mescal/J-Six Bridge set to open
Arizona roadway fatalities dropped again in 2010
Preparedness and emergency response are important parts of ADOT's job
Chance for tremor is slim, but bridges built to endure
US 93 wildlife crossing honored with environmental award
Real World Design Challenge heads to Arizona
ADOT to host next International Conference on Ecology and Transportation
Join ADOT in recognizing National Preparedness Month
Air quality impact studied by ADOT before projects move forward

October

Building a Freeway: Massive underground caissons give bridges strength
Popular route to Grand Canyon slated for improvement
ADOT library is focused on transportation research
Paving work on US 60 is winding down
New specialty license plates now available
Communication saving Seattle from Viadoom
ADOT seeks opinions as it studies future of I-17 corridor
Intercity Rail Study examines environmental impact, alternatives
Building a Freeway: Pre-wetting the soil leads to solid foundation
From start to finish: How ADOT builds a freeway
Landform graphics help with dust, erosion (and they look nice, too)
ADOT launches intercity rail study looking at potential Phoenix to Tucson link
HOV lanes open up in Chandler and the West Valley
Improvements on the way to Tucson area I-10

November

ADOT closes certain state routes for winter months
Transportation decisions driven by traffic counts
Holiday travelers won’t face construction, but there is a restriction on SR 85 this Thanksgiving weekend
Overnight emergency repairs follow I-10 tanker collision
Building a Freeway: Sand Jacks and False Work
New snowplows on display for today's media event
ADOT set for snowy season
ADOT Blog marks 100th post
ADOT Operator Academy provides authentic training for new technicians
ADOT's Approved Product List helps save time
Emergency Alert System being tested nationwide today at noon

December

SR 143 construction surpasses half-way mark
Attenuators designed to take the impact of vehicle collisions
Quiet Pavement Pilot Program
New 303/Greenway construction bypass built in 43 hours
ADOT utilizes GIS to manage information, analyze and plan
Loop 303/Greenway intersection closure slated for this weekend
Building a Freeway: Moving Dirt
State Transportation Board 101
Happy holidays!
Winter weather suspends northern projects for the season
Dust Storm on Highway
6/15/2011

Monsoon season: drivers should expect the unexpected

Monsoon season officially begins today, and brings with it some potentially hazardous driving conditions that all motorists should be prepared for.
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Monsoon
Dust Storms
Safety
Weather
Bridge mid-construction - caption: Construction begins July 2011
6/13/2011

ADOT to begin work on replacement bridge soon

Talk about a quick turnaround … it’s been just three months since a fiery crash destroyed the Mescal Road/J-Six Ranch Road bridge in Cochise County and already ADOT has approved a contract to rebuild and reopen the bridge this fall.
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Bridges
Construction
Demolition
Video
J-Six
Mescal
Example of a worn out highway sign
6/9/2011

Why does ADOT replace perfectly good highway signs?

We received a question on our Facebook page last week asking us why, in this time of tight state budgets, ADOT is spending money to swap out what appear to be perfectly good highway signs. We thought it was a great question, so here’s the answer…
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Safety
Signs
Radar Speed Limit Sign in School Zone
6/8/2011

ADOT plays a role in Safe Routes to School

Between homework, heavy backpacks and pop quizzes, kids face enough challenges … walking to school should be the simplest part of the day. But that’s not always the case, which is a reason why Safe Routes to School was created. The program takes aim at the growing epidemic of childhood obesity by making it a little easier and a bit safer for kids to ride a bike or walk to school!
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Safe Routes to School
Grants
Safety
Construction of a Sound Wall
6/6/2011

Listen Up: ADOT works to minimize noise impacts

Most people don’t find the sound of traffic especially soothing … ADOT certainly recognizes this and is constantly working to minimize the impacts to surrounding neighborhoods from the noise of new freeways.
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Environmental
Noise
Rubberized Asphalt
Environmental Planning Group (EPG)
A 16x16 foot sign welcoming motorists to Arizona
6/3/2011

Big sign offers huge welcome to Grand Canyon State

Most of the signs ADOT produces have to be pretty big so drivers can read them, but one of the newest is simply massive… At 16x16 feet, a new sign welcoming motorists to Arizona is among the tallest in the state. It recently was installed on Interstate 8 near Yuma; however, it was made in Phoenix, and as you can imagine, moving a sign that size isn’t a simple task (see video above and photo slideshow below).
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I-8
Signs
Video
Construction of an HOV Lane
6/2/2011

HOV Lanes: Why we build them when we do

Crews are busy adding more than 80 lane miles of high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes to two Valley freeways – 30 miles in both directions on Loop 101 in the west Valley and 12 miles on east- and westbound Loop 202 in Chandler that will link directly to HOV lanes on the Loop 101 (Price Freeway) and Interstate 10.
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Environmental
HOV Lane
Loop 101
Loop 202
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5/27/2011

Staying safe on the road

Memorial Day weekend is here and if you’re headed out of town you probably have your travel plans all wrapped up by now. Hopefully those plans already include some safety preparations … if not, here are a few things to think about before hitting the road!
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Dust Storms
I-10
I-17
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Hassayampa Bridge
Munds Park underpass at I-17, aged 53 years
5/25/2011

I-17 bridges in Munds Park ready for upgrades

The bridges over Pinewood Boulevard in Munds Park have been carrying Interstate-17 traffic for the past 53 years and now it’s time for some well-deserved reconstruction! ADOT has already begun the project that will rebuild the bridges and ramps on I-17 at Munds Park , an area just south of Flagstaff . Work started last month and is scheduled to wrap up by fall 2012.
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Bridges
Construction
Demolition
I-17
Munds Park
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Truck on State Route 87
5/24/2011

Holiday Travel: SR 87 construction finished in time for Memorial Day

Construction work along State Route 87 is set to wrap up just in time for the upcoming holiday weekend!
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SR 87
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ADOT I-10 Restrictions - Highway with Road closed signs
5/23/2011

Holiday Travel: I-10 restrictions at Hassayampa Bridge

Don’t let traffic get in the way of all your fun this holiday weekend! With a little advanced planning, you’ll have a better, more stress-free driving experience – that’s why we’re focusing on Memorial Day travel all week on the ADOT Blog.
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I-10
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Curvy highway with Littering Highways Unlawful sign
5/20/2011

Adopt a Highway to help maintain Arizona's beauty

It’s a sad truth, but trash thrown onto our state’s roadways really adds up. That’s because it’s not just a few random soda cans, cigarettes or empty bags littering the roads and surrounding areas. In reality, more than 800 tons of trash gets picked up in Arizona each year.
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Adopt a Highway
Environmental

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