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Aerial view of Hance Park.
08/10/2026

Forever linked: The I-10 tunnel and Hance Park have different birthdays

While the I-10 Deck Park Tunnel turns 36, younger "sibling" Margaret T. Hance Park maintains its place as a space for the community to gather.
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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...
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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...
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08/03/2016

Travel tips for football fans driving to Camp Tontozona

Football fans headed to Camp Tontozona near Kohls Ranch should be prepared for heavy traffic on SR 260.
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Back of Veldheer in uniform
08/01/2016

From the Director: Protecting your 'blind side'

What does Arizona Cardinals left tackle and captain Jared Veldheer have in common with the Arizona Department of Transportation? We both know that seat belts save lives.
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07/31/2016

Where in AZ??

We're wondering if you've taken a Sunday drive on this road. If you have, tell us where this photo was taken in our Where in AZ?? challenge.
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07/29/2016

Traffic switch signals another milestone for Bell and Grand project

Switching traffic to newly constructed westbound lanes of Grand Avenue at Bell Road advances construction an overpass and upgraded eastbound lanes.
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07/28/2016

ADOT kicks off safety campaign with Arizona Cardinals player Jared Veldheer

ADOT partners with Arizona Cardinals player Jared Veldheer for its “Seat belts. For life.” campaign.
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Graphic showing who is involved in I-11 study
07/27/2016

A who's who of involvement in the I-11 study process

With a three-year environmental study that began recently for an I-11 corridor between Nogales and Wickenburg, here’s a quick rundown of who’s involved.
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07/25/2016

From the Director: How ADOT strives to do better

ADOT is working to examine our current processes and identify ways to do better for the customers we serve.
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07/24/2016

Where in AZ??

We know it's the weekend, but we hope you’re up for a “Where in AZ??” Facebook challenge.
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07/22/2016

The underlying causes of extreme heat in the Arizona desert

It is no secret that Arizona is known for its intense summer heat and dry climate. But what makes the deserts of this state so hot?
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07/21/2016

Star Trek-themed transportation safety messages

Boldly go where no one has gone before and you'll see Star Trek-themed safety messages on Arizona highways to coincide with the film release of Star Trek Beyond.
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