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03/17/2026

Get involved: Join us for an Earth Day litter clean-up

Adopt a Highway volunteer groups and others are invited to help tidy up along state highways for Earth Day. Whether you are a seasoned volunteer or just looking to make a difference, your participation makes a measurable impact toward reducing roadside litter.

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03/15/2026

PODCAST: One key way that ADOT extends the life of highway pavement

This week’s episode of On the Road With ADOT features two of our many team members involved in preserving Arizona’s vast investment in state highways and the use of fog seals to extend pavement life.

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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to designate a driver.

03/14/2026

Don’t leave it up to luck: Designate a driver this St. Patrick’s Day

With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, we want to take a moment and remind everyone to plan ahead so you get home safely after the festivities. If you’re out on state highways this weekend, you may notice some of our overhead message...

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When you see flashing lights, “Move Over”

Today we've provided a refresher on the "Move Over" law and a preview of overhead highways you'll be seeing.

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Operator monitors traffic signals remotely via computer

12/06/2016

Wireless technology allows remote traffic monitoring in Maricopa

A new communication system allows ADOT to remotely monitor and adjust traffic signals.

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12/05/2016

As these videos show, working for ADOT can be a real blast

We’ve said it all along: Working for ADOT can be a real blast. Check out videos illustrating this point.

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12/04/2016

Where in AZ??

Our "Where in AZ" Facebook challenge continues this week with an unusually shaped structure.

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12/02/2016

Art of Transportation: Rainbow arch

A rainbow of color frames a bridge new Winslow.

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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.

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