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Yellow truck in front of sign that says "Ash Fork Route 66"
06/24/2026

ADOT’s little yellow truck celebrates Route 66 centennial

The Arizona Department of Transportation is taking part in Route 66 centennial celebrations and our 1959 Chevy Apache pickup truck was a crowd favorite at the recent Ash Fork Heritage Day, which also celebrated the centennial.
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On the Road With ADOT logo
06/21/2026

PODCAST: Big improvements set to begin between Maricopa and I-10

Laura Douglas, our lead communicator on the upcoming State Route 347 improvement project, talks with guest host Marcy McMacken about much-anticipated changes set to occur on SR 347, including the addition of a third travel lane in each direction.
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A volunteer removes litter from the side of a rural highway.
06/12/2026

The heat is on: Safety tips for volunteers

Read about safety precautions for Adopt a Highway volunteers and anyone planning to enjoy the Arizona outdoors this summer.
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06/25/2018

ADOT mobile site features Adopt a Highway

Adopt a Highway volunteers now have access to frequently-used information via the ADOT mobile site homepage.
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06/24/2018

Where in AZ??

Our "Where in AZ??" challenge is taking you to a higher elevation this week.
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Traffic camera views of freeway vehicle fire and response
06/22/2018

Friday Five: Get to know the 'hero of the day'

Catch up on the latest happenings at ADOT in this week's #FridayFive.
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Semitrailer using State Route 189 in Nogales
06/21/2018

Why SR 189 improvements, truck safety training in Mexico make a difference for all

Funding all planned improvements along SR 189 in Nogales and creating a safety training program for trucking firms in Mexico both are aimed at boosting international trade and Arizona's economy.
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06/20/2018

Counting down to an upgraded State Route 88

Recent blasting to remove overhanging rock is just one part of a project improving 17 miles between Apache Junction and Tortilla Flat.
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scaffolding for cement piers
06/19/2018

'Piering' toward the future of SR 347 in Maricopa

Drivers can't miss the first signs of an overpass that will carry commuters on SR 347 over the railroad tracks in Maricopa.
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06/18/2018

When a car catches fire on I-10, South Mountain Freeway crews come to the rescue

Praise poured into our social media accounts when we shared photos of fast action by crews building the South Mountain Freeway to extinguish a vehicle fire.
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06/17/2018

Where in AZ??

Our "Where in AZ??" challenge includes a body of water this week. Join our challenge on social media!
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Director Halikowski during a gemba walk at ECD
06/15/2018

Crawling under semis in the name of continuous improvement

ADOT Director John Halikowski spends a day learning about ADOT's Enforcement and Compliance Division as part of an effort to improve all aspects of the agency.
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Black and white photo of road paving machines working on Central Avenue
06/14/2018

Throwback Thursday: Paving Central Avenue atop the Papago Freeway tunnel

Downtown Phoenix looks dramatically different than it did 30 years ago, however you may still recognize a few landmarks.
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