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Aerial view of I-17 interchange with Loop 303 in north Phoenix
02/24/2026

Initial work starting on Loop 303 and I-17 improvements in north Phoenix

A major component of the work will be building the direct ramps to create the freeway-to-freeway interchange. When completed over the next two-and-a-half years, drivers will skip the traffic signals at the current Loop 303/I-17 diamond interchange.
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A photo of ADOT Senior Resident Engineer Joel Porras
02/23/2026

Celebrating Engineers Week 2026

Engineers at ADOT play a vital role in building and maintaining Arizona’s roads. During National Engineers Week, Feb. 22-28, we’re celebrating engineers and the work they do to keep Arizona moving.
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I-17 flex lanes aerial view
02/22/2026

Engineers Week: Get to know our State Engineer's Office

As we mark National Engineers Week, let’s introduce you to where the action happens: ADOT’s State Engineer’s Office, led by State Engineer and Deputy Director Audra Merrick.
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On the Road With ADOT logo
04/20/2025

PODCAST: We’re talking about projects in Greater Arizona and Tucson

Public Information Officer Garin Groff has updates on a major I-10 improvement underway on the Tucson area's northwest side, a major interchange under construction in Kingman and our project replacing two US 60 bridges just east of Superior.
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Chip sealing
04/19/2025

How temperature affects chip sealing

Springtime temperatures are great for outdoor activities. Go on a nice walk with your pets. Take your family to the local park. Catch Arizona’s amazing sunsets after a nice hike. Let’s not forget chip sealing! That’s right. A pavement...
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Travel ID
04/18/2025

Home stretch to the Arizona Travel ID (REAL ID) federal deadline

Beginning May 7 you will need a federally-compliant credential – like the Arizona Travel ID – to get past TSA checkpoints at airports for domestic flights. This credential is distinguished by a star in the upper right corner and is available to Arizona residents as a driver license or identification card.
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Governor Hobbs with publisher, editor of Arizona Highways magazine
04/15/2025

Governor Hobbs marks Arizona Highways magazine’s 100th birthday

It was on April 15, 1925, that the State Highway Department launched a magazine that through the years has become world-renowned for photography and stories celebrating Arizona as a place to visit and explore.
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Arizona Travel ID
04/13/2025

PODCAST: To be ready to fly come May 7, consider the Arizona Travel ID

While there are a number options available to be in compliance with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's deadline for REAL ID compliance, we have a sure thing for you: the Arizona Travel ID.
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A person using a phone while driving behind the wheel.
04/13/2025

Put the phone down during Distracted Driving Awareness Month

It’s April once again, and that means it’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month. You might think it’s not a big deal to take your eyes off the road for just a moment to check that notification that came through on your phone. But, think about...
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A group of people in orange and yellow safety vests pose for a photo.
04/11/2025

Celebrating 25 years of the Prescott Litter Lifters

I was honored to join ADOT colleagues on March 20 honoring Prescott Litter Lifters for 25 years as Adopt a Highway volunteers. Group leaders Farrish Sharon, Glennise Wendorf and former leader Nancy Piehl accepted a certificate of...
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AZ MVD Now
04/10/2025

Go online and save time using AZMVDNow.gov

Instead of visiting an ADOT Motor Vehicle Division office, did you know we have an online portal where you can renew your vehicle registration, order a specialty license plate, update the address on your driver license and complete many...
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Picture of (left to right): Cassandra Miller, Geary Buchanan and Christina Pippin
04/09/2025

Grateful customer honors ADOT team members specializing in oversize permits

Buchanan Hauling and Rigging presented certificates of appreciation citing the two ADOT employees' “invaluable services and contributions,” including their responsiveness to calls, emails and text messages.
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Items removed from highway
04/07/2025

Adopt a Highway: A final (and Final Four) cleanup of my first mile

The author, an Adopt a Highway volunteer, shares some thoughts and observations at the end of his two-year permit to clean a mile of State Route 87 just north of Mesa.
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