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06/30/2026

Adopt a Highway: Save the date for National CleanUp Day

We're gearing up for ADOT's annual statewide cleanup held on National CleanUp Day. Register your volunteer group to participate or let us know if you'd like to adopt your own section to help keep Arizona grand throughout the year.
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06/24/2026

ADOT’s little yellow truck celebrates Route 66 centennial

The Arizona Department of Transportation is taking part in Route 66 centennial celebrations and our 1959 Chevy Apache pickup truck was a crowd favorite at the recent Ash Fork Heritage Day, which also celebrated the centennial.
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06/21/2026

PODCAST: Big improvements set to begin between Maricopa and I-10

Laura Douglas, our lead communicator on the upcoming State Route 347 improvement project, talks with guest host Marcy McMacken about much-anticipated changes set to occur on SR 347, including the addition of a third travel lane in each direction.
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12/16/2015

“The Force Awakens” - even Jedi need sleep before driving

Title of newest Star Wars film gives ADOT an excuse to tout dangers of drowsy driving.
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12/10/2015

Yesterday and Today: Snowplows

Snow hasn’t changed since the 1950s, but the way ADOT clears it from the road has.
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Three large trucks transport an oversized load on a multi-axle trailer along a road near mountains.
12/04/2015

Oversized load requires brief closure of eastbound I-10 near Benson early Sunday

An oversized load moving through the state will require a brief closure of eastbound I-10 near Benson early Sunday (Dec. 6).
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POV shot of motorcyclist on road
12/02/2015

Motorcycle safety training is a must

Whether someone is new to riding or has years of experience, ADOT encourages all riders to take a certified safety training course.
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11/25/2015

Loop 101 widening project progresses past halfway point

There will be no full construction closures on the Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) widening project during the upcoming busy holiday season.
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Car going around curve in mountainy area
11/24/2015

Holiday Travel: Be patient, don’t speed when out on state's highways

We know the state’s highways will be busy this holiday weekend, which is why we’d like to share some details to help make your trip a safe one.
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truck driving through a snowy highway with a road sign above saying winter driving conditions drive with care
11/20/2015

Know Snow: By the numbers

Do you Know Snow? Check out today's video and discover something new about ADOT’s winter operations.
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Know Snow graphics with snow on 3D letters
11/18/2015

Know Snow: Be prepared for winter-weather travel season

ADOT crews are prepared for the snowy, icy months ahead and we want to make sure you are too.
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Map of US Bicycle Route 90 through Arizona
11/17/2015

U.S. Bicycle Route 90 runs through Arizona border to border

Cycling your way across the state got a little easier last month when Arizona received approval for its first U.S. bicycle route.
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11/13/2015

Westbound I-10 east of Tucson to close overnight Nov. 17

A bridge replacement project on Interstate 10 westbound between Tucson and Benson will require a 67-mile detour from 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, to 5 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18.
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