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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to drive sober.
07/02/2026

Sparklers, not drivers, should be lit over July 4 weekend

Independence Day is just around the corner, and we want to take a moment and remind Arizonans that sparklers, not drivers, should be “lit” during the holiday celebrations. If you’re driving on state highways this holiday weekend, you may...
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4 years of MVD Community Connections
07/01/2026

MVD Community Connections enters year 5 of giving back

The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division charitable team known as MVD Community Connections began the fifth year of giving back to Arizona communities.
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AAH four volunteer collage
06/30/2026

Adopt a Highway: Save the date for National CleanUp Day

We're gearing up for ADOT's annual statewide cleanup held on National CleanUp Day. Register your volunteer group to participate or let us know if you'd like to adopt your own section to help keep Arizona grand throughout the year.
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Close-up of a steel bridge under construction showing beams and support structures.
08/12/2021

Pinto Creek Bridge opens a new chapter in Arizona history

Our project on US 60 at Pinto Creek is more than just a new bridge going up. It's a new part of the road's history.
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08/11/2021

Back-to-school means brushing up on school bus etiquette

Back-to-school means it's time for drivers to brush up on their driving skills to keep kids safe.
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Cartoon graphic shows car in water and gives safety tips.
08/10/2021

When you see a flooded intersection, turn around!

It's easy to think running water on a roadway isn't a big threat. But you would be wrong. Your car can be swept away in just 12 inches of water.
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08/09/2021

It's an old road to Post Office Deck Bridge renovations

On Fort Apache Reservation in eastern Arizona, ADOT is working to replace a 50-year old bridge deck.
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08/06/2021

Save the Date: National CleanUp Day on Saturday, Sept. 18

Mark you calendar for National CleanUp Day on Saturday, Sept. 18!
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Graphic for Crash Facts report
08/04/2021

From the Director: Changing driver behavior is key to reducing traffic fatalities and crashes

The Arizona Motor Vehicle Crash Facts report for last year has been released and ADOT Director Halikowski shares his thoughts about the report.
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ADOT Kids cartoon showing engineer with linear math equation
08/03/2021

Civil Engineers use math to design, build and maintain transportation structures

There are almost as many type of engineers as there are branches of math. Learn how math plays an important part in engineering.
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Equipment removing asphalt and conveying it into a truck trailer
08/02/2021

Rubberized asphalt removal is the first step to the reconstruction of the I-10 Broadway Curve

The I-10 Broadway Curve project has kicked off and drivers will start noticing changes in the construction area.
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An ADOT engineer in training is shown at a project site.
07/30/2021

For these trainees, the road to engineering starts with ADOT

New engineers extol the virtues of ADOT's Engineer-in-Training program, including the pleasant atmosphere, hands-on training, mentorship and the ability to be a part of major projects from start to finish.
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07/29/2021

From the Director: Life is a highway

We've announced the 2021 ADOT Safety Message Contest winners!
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