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Image of USPS stamp pane featuring eight different stamps.

05/05/2026

ADOT’s director helps dedicate Route 66 postage stamps

The Route 66 centennial is a big deal here at the Arizona Department of Transportation. That’s why our director, Jennifer Toth, gave opening remarks today at a U.S. Postal Service ceremony in Phoenix dedicating stamps honoring the historic route’s 100 years as of this coming November.

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Image showing rendering versus actual photo of a portion of the I-40/US93 interchange in Kingman

05/05/2026

Renderings vs. reality at I-40/US 93 interchange in Kingman

When ADOT commissioned a bird’s eye video rendering of the I-40/US 93 interchange project in Kingman, we never could have imagined there’d be an opportunity to see just how realistic the images would turn out when viewed from above.

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05/04/2026

Summer is almost here. It’s time to prep your vehicle for the heat

If you live in Arizona year-round, there’s one thing for certain: You cannot escape the summer heat. Sometimes, we can’t even escape summer-like temperatures in March. But, during Heat Awareness Week (May 4-8), ahead of the brunt of summer...

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ADOT utilizing technology to conduct efficient commercial vehicle safety inspections

Technology is being implemented to enhance ADOT's weight and equipment safety inspection process for commercial motor vehicles.

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Graphic showing form with organ donation option checked

08/20/2015

Donor Network of Arizona recognizes August as ‘ADOT MVD Saves Lives Month’

When you apply for a driver license or identification card, registering to become an organ donor is as simple as checking a box.

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08/19/2015

ADOT begins repairs along US 89A following heavy rainfall

Crews have started on repairs along US 89A following the House Rock Flood. About a half-mile stretch west of Marble Canyon remains restricted until repairs are complete.

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08/14/2015

From the Archives: Deck Park Tunnel construction

In honor of its 25th birthday, we’ve focused on the Deck Park Tunnel all week but we’re not done yet.

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Old photo of tunnel and people wearing hard hats

08/12/2015

From the Archives: Deck Park drainage tunnels

The Deck Park Tunnel isn’t technically a tunnel - it’s actually made up of 19 bridges that are lined up side by side, creating a tunnel effect for motorists. But there are actual, honest-to-goodness tunnels that were dug during the project.

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