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Loop 303 project
08/07/2026

Big freeway construction project is in its early stages south of I-10 in Goodyear

The opening of a well-known travel center featuring a beaver mascot in Goodyear made a lot more news this summer than the start of ADOT’s latest freeway construction project, also in that West Valley city. The project to extend Loop 303...
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Close-up view of textured grooves on a concrete road surface, with blurred vehicles and highway scenery in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
08/05/2026

What is diamond grinding?

You may have heard that diamond grinding is currently being used on the SR 51, I-10 to Shea Blvd pavement project and the pavement improvement projects on the Loop 101 Agua Fria and Pima freeways. But what does that actually mean? Diamond...
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AAH volunteer group
08/05/2026

Route 66 Centennial cleanup

Join us for a special cleanup along a stretch of Arizona’s legendary Route 66 also known as the Mother Road, Main Street of America and the Will Rogers Highway.
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12/01/2017

File a Sold Notice with MVD or you could wind up fighting a fine

Today we're sharing tips in both English and Spanish on how to properly notify the MVD when you've sold a vehicle.
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Snow on I-17 at twilight
11/30/2017

Driving Safety Home: Drivers can’t become complacent when it comes to winter travel

Each year it's a good idea to brush up on winter travel safety.
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ADOT officer inspects semitrailer
11/29/2017

A year on, International Border Inspection Qualification program continues to grow

In just one year the ADOT Border Liaison Unit has made strides in training truckers and improving safety.
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Freeway traffic viewed from above
11/28/2017

From the Director: The Long and Winding Road

ADOT has done the research and analysis, but now we need from you about the long-range transportation plan.
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1931 photo showing structure over Colorado River later named Navajo Bridge
11/27/2017

Highway History: US 89A from Bitter Springs to Fredonia

The "Honeymoon Trail" is just as romantic and picturesque as it was more than 100 years ago.
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11/26/2017

Where in AZ??

Join our Sunday Facebook challenge and pinpoint a spot in Arizona from a photo.
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11/22/2017

ADOT has safety messages for your holiday travel

If you've ever wondered why you see unconventional safety messages on ADOT's electronic message boards, today's blog has the answer.
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A vintage black car is displayed on a wooden platform in a sandy desert area with a sign nearby.
11/21/2017

A plank road was once the way between Yuma and San Diego

Before there were dune buggies, cars used a wooden boardwalk to cross sandy stretches near Yuma.
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Bridge opening speech
11/20/2017

In Maricopa, "a beautiful friendship" leads to an important project

In Maricopa, leaders from the city, ADOT, the Federal Highway Administration and elsewhere broke ground on an SR 347 project that will improve mobility and safety.
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11/19/2017

Where in AZ??

If you're an avid Arizona traveler, then this challenge is for you!
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