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ASU student checks irrigation along highway.
03/23/2026

ADOT partnership with ASU aims to optimize landscape water use

We're highlighting an ASU News article features a partnership that’s helping ADOT learn how to optimize water use in freeway landscaping. The ADOT Urban Freeway Landscape Water Use Efficiency Project nvolves graduate students who are part of ASU’s Arizona Water Innovation Initiative
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Volunteer placing trash in ADOT bag
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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Sprayer applies fog seal to highway.
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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AZMVDNOW welcome screen
04/26/2021

What’s the difference between AZMVDNow and ServiceArizona?

A year ago we introduced AZMVDNow.gov to help you complete MVD services on the Internet. But what about ServiceArizona.com? This is how the two work together to get you out of the MVD and onto the road.
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Desert scene with mountains
04/25/2021

Where in AZ?? 04/25/21

Join our weekly challenge that test's your Arizona knowledge!
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04/23/2021

Adopt a Highway: The true treasures of National Volunteer Week

A $20 bill inside a water bottle, a new elf hat with tag still attached, an old cannonball...our volunteers have seen and cleaned it all. But while these oddities are fun to recount, the true treasure of the roadside shoulder are those who volunteer regularly to clean it.
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Aerial view of a highway under construction with vehicles, equipment, and buildings nearby; part of the road is unfinished while traffic moves on adjacent lanes.
04/22/2021

State Route 189 work enters the home stretch

After a year's work, the new ramps connecting SR 189 and I-19 are almost ready. And with them, a better day for commercial trucking and safety in Nogales.
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Gila County Sheriff Adopt a Highway volunteers
04/21/2021

Adopt a Highway: Gila County Sheriff volunteers serve community along SR 188

The Gila County Sheriff's Office is no stranger to serving their community. So it should come as no surprise that they have been recognized as Outstanding Volunteers for their dedication to keep mile 256 of State Route 188 clean.
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4 images of adot employees in different careers.
04/20/2021

ADOT Kids: Careers at ADOT

ADOT's engineers get a lot of attention, but there is a huge variety of employees at the agency helping people getting home safely!
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Close up of metal rivets on bridge
04/19/2021

Art of Transportation: Riveted by the details

A close up shot reminds us that it's no small thing to pay attention to the details.
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Two lane highway with trees on both sides
04/18/2021

Where in AZ?? 04/18/21

Look to head to a cooler climate? Today's "Where in AZ??" location may be a good spot for you!
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Distracted Drivers are Terrifying graphic
04/16/2021

From the Director: Why all the buzz about distracted driving?

There's been a lot of focus on distracted drivers the past few weeks, so ADOT Director John Halikowski shares what the "buzz" is all about.
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State Route 273 winds through the forest.
04/15/2021

Spring has sprung, which means you can again travel these roads

Like the swallows returning to Capistrano, the reopening of state highways in the high country is a sure sign of spring. Just remember to be safe if you are planning to drive these scenic roads.
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