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An ADOT truck pulling an overturned vehicle in a parking lot.

07/14/2025

First Incident Response Readiness Symposium focuses on safety first

At ADOT, safety is always top of mind. Our crews respond to all sorts of incidents on the highway — from wildfires to crashes and more — and it’s important for them to be prepared and refresh their skills so they can help clear the highway...

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07/13/2025

PODCAST: Here's how ADOT keeps up with all that freeway landscaping

Alexis Zaring, Environmental Program Coordinator for ADOT's Central District, visits On the Road With ADOT to explain what it takes to maintain hundreds of miles of shoulders lining Phoenix-area freeways.

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07/12/2025

Join our Adopt a Highway open house for Phoenix-area volunteers

Adopt a Highway volunteer program coordinators are holding an open house and appreciation event for Phoenix-area volunteers and those considering an adoption from 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Aug. 16.

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From the Director: Driving safety tips for Arizona’s monsoon season

In the midst of monsoon season, ADOT Director John Halikowski shares some important reminders for drivers.

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06/28/2018

More HD views arrive at our Arizona Traveler Information site

We continue to upgrade older traffic cameras as funding permits. Our goal is moving everything to digital HD.

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06/27/2018

Driving Safety Home: ADOT planning potential I-17 improvements between Anthem and Sunset Point

This month's Driving Safety Home focuses on an innovative option to improve Interstate 17 north of Phoenix.

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06/26/2018

By the numbers: Santa Cruz River bridge on Ina Road

One of Arizona's newest bridges is longer than two football fields.

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06/25/2018

ADOT mobile site features Adopt a Highway

Adopt a Highway volunteers now have access to frequently-used information via the ADOT mobile site homepage.

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06/24/2018

Where in AZ??

Our "Where in AZ??" challenge is taking you to a higher elevation this week.

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06/22/2018

Friday Five: Get to know the 'hero of the day'

Catch up on the latest happenings at ADOT in this week's #FridayFive.

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06/21/2018

Why SR 189 improvements, truck safety training in Mexico make a difference for all

Funding all planned improvements along SR 189 in Nogales and creating a safety training program for trucking firms in Mexico both are aimed at boosting international trade and Arizona's economy.

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