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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to slow down in work zones.

04/23/2026

Give workers a ‘brake’ in construction zones

If you’re out on Arizona highways this week, you may notice overhead message boards displaying a message encouraging drivers to slow down in work zones. That’s because Work Zone Awareness Week runs from April 20-24, and it’s the perfect...

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A memorial dedicated to ADOT workers who died serving the state.

04/20/2026

Stay alert and slow down during Work Zone Awareness Week

It’s Work Zone Awareness Week, and we’re taking the opportunity to raise awareness about the things we all can do to keep each other safe in work zones. ADOT crews work all hours of the day to build and maintain Arizona’s highways. I’m...

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04/12/2026

PODCAST: You should pay attention to ADOT's distracted driving podcast

We know it’s not easy to avoid every distraction when you’re behind the wheel. All the more reason to pay attention to Kelsey Mo, ADOT’s public information officer for safety, as she talks to Doug Nintzel during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

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Working urgently and methodically to repair a flood-damaged highway

Photos and videos shared through our social media accounts helped tell the story of our nonstop efforts that reopened US 89 in less than 48 hours.

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10/07/2018

Where in AZ??

Today's photo features a different look at a bustling spot in Arizona. Join our "Where in AZ??" challenge.

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10/05/2018

Adopt a Highway volunteers bag a win for Arizona on National CleanUp Day

Volunteer groups from around the state answered the invitation to participate in National CleanUp Day.

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10/04/2018

Throwback Thursday: Douglas back in the day

Today we are throwing it back to the 1970s with this undated photo taken of downtown Douglas, Ariz.

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10/03/2018

Video: Get the 411 on the Arizona Travel ID

Our new video details how to get an Arizona Travel ID and who may need one.

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10/02/2018

From the Director: Will your driver license fly in October 2020?

With almost two years to go before travel requirements change on Oct. 1, 2020, we're urging Arizonans to consider getting the Travel ID now if they plan to fly commercially or visit federal buildings.

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Traffic camera image of rain falling on Interstate 10 in Tucson

10/01/2018

With storms at hand, please slow down and be ready for the unexpected

It's a rainy week with the remnants of Hurricane Rosa passing through Arizona. That's why we're urging motorists to slow down, avoid tailgating and sudden braking, and expect the unexpected.

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