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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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Graphic of Phoenix freeways map
11/07/2013

Understanding all the Valley freeway nicknames

We’ve compiled a list and created a map, explaining and locating popular nicknames to Phoenix’s transportation landmarks.
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Palm trees line State Route 387 in Casa Grande.
11/06/2013

SR 387 improvement project includes new pedestrian hybrid beacon

A new project on SR 387 includes sidewalk and roadway improvements, along with a new pedestrian hybrid beacon.
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A section of a drivers license application form with a checked box labeled I want to be an organ and tissue donor.
11/05/2013

MVD, Donor Network of AZ share important partnership

It’s so easy to register as an organ and tissue donor in Arizona.
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Grand Canyon airport terminal
11/01/2013

Grand Canyon Airport recognized by Arizona Masonry Guild

The Operations and Aircraft Rescue and Firefight Facility (ARFF) building at the Grand Canyon National Park Airport (which is owned and operated by ADOT), was recognized at the 22nd Annual Excellence in Masonry Architectural Awards sponsored by Arizona Masonry Guild on Sept. 20.
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Four yellow dump trucks are parked in a row on a paved lot.
10/31/2013

ADOT to auction vehicles, other equipment on Nov. 2 in Phoenix

ADOT is getting ready to host its fall auction on Saturday, Nov. 2 in Phoenix.
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10/25/2013

From the ADOT Archives: Weatherometer

Today's "From the ADOT Archives" post showcases a piece of equipment used decades ago.
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Screenshot from az511 website map
10/24/2013

ADOT seeks input for redevelopment of 511 site

A project is getting underway to redevelop the 511 Traveler Information System website, but first, ADOT is seeking your input.
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A control room with many monitors displaying live traffic camera feeds on a large curved wall screen.
10/23/2013

ADOT's TOC staff works to keep traffic moving

If something happens on the state’s highway system, you can bet ADOT’s Traffic Operations Center is working to ease the impact it will have on drivers.
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10/17/2013

US 89: Archaeological site surveys required

Right now, ADOT is evaluating the US89 project area to see if there are any archaeologically significant sites in the right of way.
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10/16/2013

Explaining Alternative Fuel and Energy Efficient license plates

Ever since we blogged about alternative fuel and energy efficient license plates more than a year ago, we have received many questions asking for even more clarification. And that’s exactly what we aim to deliver to you today with our newest infographic.
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