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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.

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

Volunteer placing trash in ADOT bag

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.

Popular blog articles

02/17/2017

Bell and Grand: Telling the story through photos and videos

Nothing tells the story of an ADOT project quite like videos and photos. Here are highlights from months of work on the new interchange at Bell and Grand in Surprise.

Crew pours concrete during South Mountain Freeway construction

02/16/2017

From the Director: ADOT keeps economy moving in 2017

This year ADOT will continue to make improvements in our state transportation system to ensure we keeps Arizona’s economy moving.

02/15/2017

Last call for safety message contest entries

Time is running out to submit your original safety slogans for the ADOT message boards!

Cartoon representation of Valentine's Day safety message in a heart

02/14/2017

Slow down for the ones you love

Show your loved ones you care by slowing down this Valentine's Day.

Map showing a section of highways in the southwestern United States, highlighting a location near Peach Springs, Arizona, with nearby roads and towns labeled.

02/13/2017

If you can't find Love, try driving to Valentine

If you're on a quest to find love this Valentine's Day, a road trip might be your best bet.

Quick clearance safety tips presented in Spanish

02/10/2017

Spanish Blog: MANEJO DE INCIDENTES DE TRÁFICO

Today’s blog, for our Spanish-speaking audience, explains what to do in a fender bender. It’s called Quick Clearance.

02/09/2017

From the Director: More creative than ADOT? It’s your turn!

Here’s your chance to be creative while thinking of important safety messages.

Tucson MVD sign

02/08/2017

By opening earlier in Tucson, MVD improves customer service, saves taxpayer dollars

What difference can half an hour make? A huge one when it results in an 80 percent reduction in employee overtime.

Pony Express reenactment

02/07/2017

Hashknife Pony Express saddles up for a historic ride along state highways

In an age when most messages get where they're going in a flash, the Hashknife Pony Express endures in a traditional ride along state highways.

Street sweeper close up

02/06/2017

Simple solution saves money on street sweeper repairs

Culture of continuous improvement leads to a street sweeper innovation.