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07/26/2024

Gone but not forgotten: The history of US 80

We recently stumbled upon this photo from 1974 of US 80 in Douglas. Originally called the “Mother of Arizona Highways” because of its economic impacts to cities and towns it passed through, US 80 was completely paved or surfaced with oil by...

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Safety Message: Seatbelts always pass the vibe check

07/24/2024

PODCAST: Your safety message can be in lights!

On the Road With ADOT has Public Information Officer Kelsey Mo discussing what makes for a strong safety message and why ADOT holds its annual Safety Message Contest for the traveling public. Get the inside information you need to succeed.

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An individual in an orange safety jacket holding a welder and wearing a welding mask.

07/22/2024

ADOT seeking aspiring mechanics, welders, tinkerers

ADOT is hiring paid interns to work in its Equipment Services Division. Interns get hands-on training in automotive repair and maintenance.

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Helping small and disadvantaged business enterprises

All are welcome at task force meetings for ADOT holds through our Business Engagement and Compliance Office.

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04/17/2019

Changes are taking shape at I-17 and Pinnacle Peak, Happy Valley roads

Drivers can expect to see big things soon on I-17 in north Phoenix.

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04/17/2019

How our crews do spring cleaning in the high country

Check out how our crews were able to recently reopen highways in the White Mountains after seasonal closures.

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04/16/2019

Dawn of a new approach to dust storm safety

In addition to the work on I-10 and SR 87 near Eloy, we are also installing a first-in-the-state dust detection system.

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04/15/2019

"My AZ511" makes travel personal

The new mobile-friendly AZ511.gov system that provides up-to-the-minute conditions along Arizona’s highways can also be tailor-made to suit your personal travel needs.

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