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09/17/2025

Bridge girder placement another sign of progress on US 93 widening project

Two bridges under construction on US 93 north of Wikieup didn’t look much like bridges until recently, as they were little more than concrete piers jutting up from a dry wash. That all changed rapidly in the past few weeks, as crews lifted...
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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to drive with care
09/16/2025

ADOT’s Safety Message Contest returns for the ninth year

It’s back! I’m excited to announce that ADOT’s Safety Message Contest is now open and accepting submissions. Arizonans can submit their engaging traffic safety messages through Sept. 22 at azdot.gov/SignContest. This contest, now in its...
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Navajo Bridge viewed from the Colorado River
09/14/2025

PODCAST: We're looking back 30 years to the dedication of (new) Navajo Bridge

This week's guest and host on ADOT's podcast were at the Sept. 14, 1995, dedication of a new Navajo Bridge spanning Marble Canyon on US 89A. Thirty years later, they share their memories.
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01/03/2022

ADOT Kids: How ADOT builds roads

Hey, ADOT Kids! There’s a lot that goes into constructing roads, like our highways in Arizona. And we’re here to give you the details.
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12/31/2021

New year means renewed hope

As we say goodbye to 2021, we look to 2022 with hope for the new year.
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12/30/2021

Throwback Thursday: Vintage cars and palm trees

A vintage look from ADOT headquarters over a half century ago.
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12/27/2021

I-10 project in Buckeye will improve traffic flow, safety along Key Commerce Corridor

A lot of progress along I-10 in the West Valley has been made over the past 15 years and more improvements are coming.
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12/22/2021

Blended training sessions save money, time

Saving as many taxpayer dollars as possible is a priority with ADOT. And nowhere is that more evident than training new workers. It used to be that new highway-operations workers had to train for two weeks in Phoenix. Not anymore. A new...
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12/22/2021

Holiday highway travel requires focus on safety

Tips for being prepared before hitting the road during the holiday season.
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12/21/2021

Need a holiday gift? ADOT has you covered!

Struggling to complete your holiday gift lift? Consider shopping at ADOT! Seriously.
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12/20/2021

Good day for snowplay? Don't park on highway shoulders

Heading to the high country to play in the snow is a tradition for many Arizonans. But before you go, make sure you Know Snow, and have a plan for smooth travels.
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12/16/2021

While traveling during the holiday season, save the phone for the rest area

When traveling during the holiday season, spread some Christmas cheer by not driving distracted. Make use of the rest areas when nature calls, but also for making phone calls or sending texts while you’re safely off the road and not driving.
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12/15/2021

Arizona balladeer sings of 'Scrubby,' holidays, nostalgia

Arizona State Balladeer Dolan Ellis has written and performed hundreds of distinctly Arizona songs, including some about the holiday season.
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