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Two steel bridges with arched supports and railings cross over a dry, rocky landscape with sparse vegetation under a cloudy sky.

01/21/2026

Salt River Canyon Bridge: Get your steps in while seeing Arizona’s beauty

The 1934 US 60 Salt River Canyon Bridge still exists - and pedestrians can still walk on it.

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01/18/2026

PODCAST: The partnership driving Phoenix-area freeway improvements

The Maricopa Association of Governments' Chief Transportation Officer returns in this week's episode to discuss how Proposition 400 has shaped the region's success through projects such as the recently completed I-10 Broadway Curve improvement, the Loop 202 (South Mountain Freeway), Loop 303 (Estrella Freeway) and State Route 24 (Gateway Freeway).

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01/16/2026

The 10 most popular specialty license plates in Arizona for 2025

Whether a driver wants to support a cause, rep their team or just add a pop of color to their car, with 109 specialty license plates available in Arizona, there’s a little something for everyone. And specialty license plates are more...

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A reminder of what National Work Zone Awareness week is about

This memorial for National Work Zone Awareness Week reminds us how serious construction zone safety is.

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04/09/2019

From the Director: Too many crashes are occurring in work zones

During Work Zone Awareness Week, we are doing our best again to engage the public about how to stay safe in work zones.

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04/08/2019

Adopt a Highway Volunteers appreciated all year, not just during National Volunteer Week

It's National Volunteer Week, so we wanted to highlight some kudos one of our Adopt a Highway volunteers in Green Valley has received.

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04/07/2019

Where in AZ??

It's wildflower season in Arizona and today's "Where in AZ??" challenge features some brightly colored blooms.

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Interstate 11 environmental impact statement graphic

04/05/2019

From the Director: Formal comment period begins for Interstate 11

I value input from the public in this important step as we continue to study I-11.

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04/04/2019

Throwback Thursday: Before the town

For today's Throwback Thursday, we have a little "remember when?" for people who live south of Tucson.

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04/03/2019

VIDEO: Boulder-busting time along State Route 88

See ADOT workers remove a massive rock in a way that minimized traffic delays and the potential for damage to the highway.

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Motorcycle Week safety message on freeway board

04/02/2019

Spring is a great time for motorcycle rider training

Valley drivers can expect to see lots of motorcyclist on the road this week. We're encouraging all drivers to make it a smooth ride for everyone on the highway.

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