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Grogginess, yawning, sluggishness — they’re all signs of fatigue. That fatigue can make it harder to get through a workday, and your motor skills can be impaired. If you drive while drowsy, it could result in a crash. So during Drowsy...
One way ADOT helps safely connect people and empower Arizona's economy is operating commercial ports of entry. This is where officers with our Enforcement and Compliance Division (ECD) make sure large trucks and other commercial vehicles have proper permits and weight and are safe to operate on state highways.
This dedicated group of individuals brings the the history, legends and lore of the southwest to life. ADOT celebrates three decades of Adopt a Highway volunteer service to help keep US 60 clean near the Peralta Trail.

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A recent inquiry from a motorist prompted a blog explaining the artwork on the Loop 101 project.
This photo of a stunning view led us to a small footnote in the history of US 66 in northern Arizona.
The Salt River lends its name to some very important pieces of ADOT infrastructure. And, today, a delicious pretzel recipe, too!
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.
ADOT's Facebook page is where we deliver up-to-date information on major highway closures; the latest agency news; and a smattering of the odd and funny things that happen along state highways. And, guess what? We've been doing it for a decade now.
A new interchange is coming to the Loop 202 Santan Freeway and Gilbert just kicked off the construction in style while still being safe.
We're taking a look back at how the art along the one-year-old South Mountain Freeway came together.
Visit this stop in northern Arizona that has been a center for transportation for hundreds of years.
We searched through our archives to bring you the fun, weird, sobering and informative tidbits we shared during the chaotic ride that was 2020.
Murder hornets and a public health situation didn't keep us from completing some major projects in 2020.