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Loop 303 project

08/07/2026

Big freeway construction project is in its early stages south of I-10 in Goodyear

The opening of a well-known travel center featuring a beaver mascot in Goodyear made a lot more news this summer than the start of ADOT’s latest freeway construction project, also in that West Valley city. The project to extend Loop 303...

Close-up view of textured grooves on a concrete road surface, with blurred vehicles and highway scenery in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

08/05/2026

What is diamond grinding?

You may have heard that diamond grinding is currently being used on the SR 51, I-10 to Shea Blvd pavement project and the pavement improvement projects on the Loop 101 Agua Fria and Pima freeways. But what does that actually mean? Diamond...

AAH volunteer group

08/05/2026

Route 66 Centennial cleanup

Join us for a special cleanup along a stretch of Arizona’s legendary Route 66 also known as the Mother Road, Main Street of America and the Will Rogers Highway.

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Prefabricated bridge construction along Oatman Highway

03/24/2017

A faster look at a very quick and innovative bridge project

It didn't happen quite as quickly as it might seem from the time-lapse video above, but as bridge projects go this job in northwestern Arizona was lightning fast.

State Route 189 sign pointing to U.S. and Mexico

03/23/2017

Fresh Produce Association: ADOT's Border Liaison Unit providing a great service

ADOT is working to eliminate border delays, ensuring fresh produce is transported safely and efficiently across Arizona.

03/22/2017

Why spike strips aren't the answer to wrong-way incidents

Spike strips are one of the most common methods suggested for combating wrong-way drivers. Find out why they're not a potential response.

Snow blower

03/21/2017

An ADOT snowblower in action can be a sign of spring

A snowblower in action doesn't scream "spring has sprung," but that's exactly what's happening on State Route 67 north of the Grand Canyon.

03/20/2017

Art of Transportation: Marana geometric patterns

The Art of Transportation features geometric patterns in Marana.

03/19/2017

Where in AZ??

Today's "Where in AZ??" photo is a particularly beautiful one, but do you know where this picture was taken? Post your answer on Facebook!

Dust storm approaching a desert highway, with guardrails and distant hills under a dark sky.

03/18/2017

Pooling ideas to reduce the dangers from dust storms

Weather pros, scientists, engineers and others work together to make Arizona roads safer when dust kicks up.

03/17/2017

Create your own luck: Drive sober on St. Patrick’s Day

Learn more about ADOT's St. Patrick's Day safety message.

Title of Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway video rendering

03/16/2017

Take a virtual drive on the South Mountain Freeway

While it will won't be until late 2019 before South Mountain Freeway opens, a new video allows you to visualize the drive today.

03/15/2017

From the Director: Saving taxpayers money, a half hour at a time

MVD implements strategies to improve customer experience and reduce overtime costs.