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Quarterly volunteer adoptions background

03/07/2026

Meet the volunteers beautifying Arizona roadsides

These are just a few examples of the efforts made by our growing team of volunteers. See who's volunteering in your community and the accomplishments already being made to reduce litter.

Website poster for ways to tour Route 66

03/06/2026

Route 66 centennial: Ways you can join a year of celebration

While Route 66 was officially decommissioned in the 1980s and replaced in Arizona by I-40, its centennial is a big deal for those of us in the highway business. In this post, we're pointing you to some of the ways Arizona cities and towns are celebrating:

Map of Loop 303 project in North Valley

03/01/2026

PODCAST: Big Loop 303 improvements underway in the North Valley

Joe Heller, our resident engineer on a big project getting underway in the North Valley, joins On the Road With ADOT this week to explain what's coming over the next two and a half years, including a flyover ramp connecting northbound I-17 with Loop 303.

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Freeway and cars !-17 south of Thomas

12/06/2017

From the Archives: Interstate 17 in downtown Phoenix

While a lot has changed on I-17 in downtown Phoenix, a few things have endured over the years.

State Highway to North Rim

12/05/2017

State highway to North Rim closes for the winter

Winters are fierce at the Grand Canyon's North Rim. When park amenities close for the winter, we close SR 67 along with them.

Curve on I-17

12/04/2017

From the Director: Calling I-17 a 'deadly highway' misses the point

Highway safety goes far beyond headlines and usually points driver behavior.

12/03/2017

Where in AZ??

Join our Facebook challenge and help located spots across the state.

12/01/2017

File a Sold Notice with MVD or you could wind up fighting a fine

Today we're sharing tips in both English and Spanish on how to properly notify the MVD when you've sold a vehicle.

11/30/2017

Driving Safety Home: Drivers can’t become complacent when it comes to winter travel

Each year it's a good idea to brush up on winter travel safety.

ADOT officer inspects semitrailer

11/29/2017

A year on, International Border Inspection Qualification program continues to grow

In just one year the ADOT Border Liaison Unit has made strides in training truckers and improving safety.

Freeway traffic viewed from above

11/28/2017

From the Director: The Long and Winding Road

ADOT has done the research and analysis, but now we need from you about the long-range transportation plan.

1931 photo showing structure over Colorado River later named Navajo Bridge

11/27/2017

Highway History: US 89A from Bitter Springs to Fredonia

The "Honeymoon Trail" is just as romantic and picturesque as it was more than 100 years ago.

11/26/2017

Where in AZ??

Join our Sunday Facebook challenge and pinpoint a spot in Arizona from a photo.