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01/25/2026

PODCAST: Looking ahead to Southern Arizona projects for 2026

In this 10-minute episode of On the Road With ADOT, Public Information Officer Garin Groff discusses Southern Arizona improvements that are starting, continuing and finishing in 2026, including major upgrades for the Tucson area.

Two steel bridges with arched supports and railings cross over a dry, rocky landscape with sparse vegetation under a cloudy sky.

01/21/2026

Salt River Canyon Bridge: Get your steps in while seeing Arizona’s beauty

The 1934 US 60 Salt River Canyon Bridge still exists - and pedestrians can still walk on it.

01/18/2026

PODCAST: The partnership driving Phoenix-area freeway improvements

The Maricopa Association of Governments' Chief Transportation Officer returns in this week's episode to discuss how Proposition 400 has shaped the region's success through projects such as the recently completed I-10 Broadway Curve improvement, the Loop 202 (South Mountain Freeway), Loop 303 (Estrella Freeway) and State Route 24 (Gateway Freeway).

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04/30/2015

Work continues on Loop 202 improvement project

It has been a while since we last updated you on the Loop 202 widening project, but if you’re an East Valley driver, you’ve probably noticed the progress.

04/29/2015

ADOT receives environmental award for San Pedro bridge replacement near Sierra Vista

ADOT has been recognized for its environmental protection efforts while rebuilding the San Pedro Bridge through a sensitive conservation area on State Route 90 east of Sierra Vista.

04/28/2015

Why does Arizona have an MVD and not a DMV?

If you've ever confused an MVD for a DMV, today's post will help you straighten it all out.

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04/24/2015

ADOT, other agencies collaborate during annual Dust Storm Workshop

A look at what ADOT and other agencies are working toward in regards to dust storm safety.

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04/22/2015

Happy Earth Day!

Since it's Earth Day, we're looking back to the blog posts and videos that have highlighted ADOT’s commitment to environmentally conscious practices.

04/21/2015

Months of US 89 repair work is squeezed down to minutes in new time-lapse videos

Yes, the US 89 landslide repair project is complete, but that doesn’t mean we’re done blogging about it!

04/17/2015

Learn about ADOT's Right of Way Group

The Right of Way Group is the real estate organization for ADOT. Learn about the group's primary functions in our newest video.

04/16/2015

Channelizing devices help to guide road users

We’ve got an interesting bit of trivia for you in today's blog post.

04/14/2015

Protect yourself when buying or selling a vehicle

ADOT advises consumers to do their homework before buying or selling a vehicle.

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04/10/2015

How to maneuver a modern roundabout

If you understand how a roundabout works for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians, your travel through these intersections will be easier and safer.