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A metal footbridge spans a rocky canyon with steep cliffs and sparse vegetation under a bright sky.
11/30/2025

Fish Creek Bridge: A small piece of nearly timeless history

A small bridge on a historic road is nearly timeless.
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MVD Community Connections photo collage
11/28/2025

PODCAST: Learn how MVD employees connect with their communities

In a season when many of us think more about giving back, learn how MVD Community Connections is a priority throughout the year.
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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to designate a driver.
11/26/2025

Pie, leftovers and designated drivers are essential this Thanksgiving weekend

It’s Thanksgiving and that means gathering with friends and family over the holiday weekend. Here at ADOT, we want you to make it to your destination safely. If you’re out on Arizona highways over the holiday weekend, you may see our...
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01/25/2021

In Tucson, a wider Houghton Road bridge starts coming into view

The Houghton Road interchange project at I-10 near Tucson has been in the works for awhile, but this photo will help you get a sense of the scope of the project.
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ADOT Geologist Studies the earth rocks on-site
01/22/2021

ADOT geologist studies how to keep rocks from the highways

James Lemmon's job at ADOT rocks. Literally, it's all about rocks.
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Several cars drive on a snow-covered road during snowfall, with light snow accumulation visible on the ground, trees, and buildings.
01/21/2021

If you’re planning on playing in the snow, leave prepared

If you are heading north to play in the snow, remember to take along warm clothes, emergency gear, a travel plan and some patience.
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01/20/2021

Will the real US 180 please stand up?

Where is the real US 180, near Flagstaff or St. Johns or Alpine? The answer is actually all three.
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SR 286 near Sasabe freeway and mountains
01/19/2021

Adopt a Highway: Annual SR 286 cleanup will look different, but keep same passion

For the past five years Melissa Owen has brought together a horde of volunteers to realize her Adopt a Highway dream.
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01/18/2021

Your winter reminder: Please don't park on highway shoulders

Winter and snowy weather is upon us, so it's time again to talk about how to be safe when visiting our state's winter wonderlands.
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Abstract purple snake with an oval-patterned body and a triangular face on a plain background.
01/15/2021

Rattlesnake image greets Cave Creek Road motorists

A recent inquiry from a motorist prompted a blog explaining the artwork on the Loop 101 project.
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Black and white historic image of a vehicle on Route 66
01/14/2021

Throwback Thursday: The way US 66 was

This photo of a stunning view led us to a small footnote in the history of US 66 in northern Arizona.
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01/13/2021

Road Trip Recipes: Salt River Pretzel Bites

The Salt River lends its name to some very important pieces of ADOT infrastructure. And, today, a delicious pretzel recipe, too!
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Graphic with driver license renewal information
01/12/2021

From the Director: Extending driver license renewals for older adults

Governor Doug Ducey recently signed an executive order about driver license renewal. Here's how that helps out 75,000 Arizona residents during the current public health situation.
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