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Loop 303 project

08/07/2026

Big freeway construction project is in its early stages south of I-10 in Goodyear

The opening of a well-known travel center featuring a beaver mascot in Goodyear made a lot more news this summer than the start of ADOT’s latest freeway construction project, also in that West Valley city. The project to extend Loop 303...

Close-up view of textured grooves on a concrete road surface, with blurred vehicles and highway scenery in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

08/05/2026

What is diamond grinding?

You may have heard that diamond grinding is currently being used on the SR 51, I-10 to Shea Blvd pavement project and the pavement improvement projects on the Loop 101 Agua Fria and Pima freeways. But what does that actually mean? Diamond...

AAH volunteer group

08/05/2026

Route 66 Centennial cleanup

Join us for a special cleanup along a stretch of Arizona’s legendary Route 66 also known as the Mother Road, Main Street of America and the Will Rogers Highway.

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12/02/2016

Art of Transportation: Rainbow arch

A rainbow of color frames a bridge new Winslow.

12/01/2016

New law on vehicle fees benefits survivors of fallen service members

A law taking effect Jan. 1 aims to ease the burden faced by survivors of a military member who has made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

11/30/2016

Taking the mystery out of commercial vehicle inspections at the border

ADOT’s Enforcement and Compliance Division help trucking companies understand the inspection process, improving port of entry efficiency.

Road closed signs and barrier on State Route 67

11/29/2016

Scenic highway to Grand Canyon's North Rim going on ice for winter

State Route 67 to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will close for winter on Thursday, Dec. 1.

11/27/2016

Where in AZ??

It's our "Where in AZ??" Facebook challenge. Join us for some geography fun!

11/24/2016

Cleanup along 45 highway miles yields 1,000 pounds of trash

Three-dozen volunteers came together to pick up litter along State Route 286.

11/23/2016

Continuous Improvement: ADOT invention addresses graffiti problem

One ADOT employee invented a way to prevent graffiti, saving the agency time and money and improving safety.

11/22/2016

At Bell and Grand, it's a great day to watch traffic

Earlier today, we opened a Bell Road bridge carrying traffic over Grand Avenue (US 60) in Surprise. Check out before-and-after photos.

Saguaros being kept in temporary nursery before replanting

11/21/2016

Saguaro cactuses relocated for South Mountain Freeway

Landscapers are transplanting saguaros weighing up to 5,000 pounds so they can be reused once the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway is complete.

11/20/2016

Where in AZ??

Take our "Where in AZ??" Facebook challenge and tell us where you think this photo was taken!