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03/29/2026

PODCAST: Spring has projects ramping up in Northern Arizona

In this episode of On the Road With ADOT, Jason Stephens of ADOT's Community Relations team has an update on the many projects resuming and starting now that warmer weather has returned to Northern Arizona.

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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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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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Does that used car pass the smell test?

It pays to research a used car before making a purchase, especially after two recent hurricanes.

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09/13/2017

Temporary ponds providing water for South Mountain Freeway construction

Construction ponds are used to reduce dust on construction sites but also have other benefits.

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09/11/2017

I-40 pavement rehab project continues

New photos of a paving project show you what to expect when traveling I-40 west of Flagstaff.

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09/10/2017

Where in AZ??

Can you tell us "Where in AZ??" this unusual artwork is located?

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09/08/2017

Friday Five: Roundabouts, new webcams and a ramp closure in Surprise

The Friday Five has update on all things ADOT for the first week of September, including a new roundabout and a major closure coming to Surprise.

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09/07/2017

Loop 202 Salt River bridges: Longest-ever girders -- and big benefits for community

Salt River bridges for the South Mountain Freeway have the longest girders ever installed by ADOT and will improve mobility in a growing area of the southwest Valley.

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