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06/21/2026

PODCAST: Big improvements set to begin between Maricopa and I-10

Laura Douglas, our lead communicator on the upcoming State Route 347 improvement project, talks with guest host Marcy McMacken about much-anticipated changes set to occur on SR 347, including the addition of a third travel lane in each direction.

Adopt a Highway volunteer lineup

06/12/2026

The heat is on: Safety tips for volunteers

Read about safety precautions for Adopt a Highway volunteers and anyone planning to enjoy the Arizona outdoors this summer.

Arizona Wallet

06/11/2026

Arizona Wallet adds more features and functions

The Arizona Wallet app can now alert you when your vehicle registration is about to expire, directly on your smartphone. To learn more about the Arizona Wallet and the other digital wallet options available in Arizona, please visit azdot.gov/DigitalIDs.

Popular blog articles

Black and white photo of a concrete bridge with metal railings crossing over a road, with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation surrounding the structure.

06/21/2019

Form and function meet in old Ligurta Underpass

The Ligurta Underpass is one of Arizona's best examples of clean design in a World War II-era rural bridge.

Closeup of helicoil

06/20/2019

Throwback Thursday: I-10's rejected helicoils

The Deck Park Tunnel has been a planned feature for Interstate 10 through Phoenix since the 1980s. But before that, concepts included something a little more interesting.

Hydrovac Truck

06/19/2019

ADOT's hydrovac helps keep things flowing

Litter is no joke, neither is the effort necessary to keep our 59 pump stations along Valley freeways clean and maintained. That's where ADOT's hydrovac comes in.

Tire treads removed from freeways

06/18/2019

As temperatures rise, look out for 'gators' on the highway

As summer temperatures climb, so does the number of "road gators" we see on state highways.

Drive like the person your dog thinks you are

06/17/2019

From the Director: Man's best friend safety message wins ADOT contest

Drive safely on the roads this week. Make your dog proud.

Large items removed from freeways

06/14/2019

Driving Safety Home: Once again, secure your load

What part of driving safely happens before you even get behind the wheel? Dallas Hammit, ADOT's state engineer, explains something we all should do.

Black and white historic image of car on SR 88

06/13/2019

Throwback Thursday: State Route 88

SR 88 is more than just the road to Canyon Lake. More than a century old, this curving highway was instrumental in the construction of Roosevelt Dam.

I-17 Flex Lane Map

06/12/2019

State budget provides for full I-17 improvement north of Valley

See a video showing what's coming to this busy freeway between Anthem and Sunset Point.

Dust cloud crossing freeway

06/11/2019

From the Director: Don’t let dust get in your eyes

It's almost monsoon season, which also means dust storms. Our director shares his thoughts about safe driving during this time of year.

A roadside sign reads In Memory Mom Dad Tom Schlecht above a sign showing the outline of Arizona and text ADOT Adopt a Highway. Cloudy sky in the background.

06/10/2019

Make dad proud by adopting a highway

Adopting a highway can be a great way to honor a special person while also beautifying our state.