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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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05/07/2019

Retiring ADOT engineer leaves big legacy of 'little things'

Beyond his work as a civil engineer with ADOT's operation serving northeastern Arizona, Kee Yazzie was a key contact with Native American communities.
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05/06/2019

Counting down to the final tasks at I-10 and Ina Road

Check out a slideshow and get an update on our progress finishing the final touches on a project that's improving mobility and safety in fast-growing Marana.
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Students watch ADOT workers test materials on a table.
05/04/2019

Students get hands-on look at science behind highways

A visit to the ADOT Materials Lab in Phoenix demonstrated how what taught in science, technology, engineering and mathematics helps those who build and maintain state highways.
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Rebar making an interesting pattern.
05/03/2019

Art of Transportation: Light at the end of the rebar tunnel

The light at the end of the tunnel is the subject of today's Art of Transportation post.
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Aerial view of Interstate 10 interchange under construction
05/02/2019

VIDEO: See how far we've come with the South Mountain Freeway at I-10

With the last girder placed for the South Mountain Freeway interchange on I-10 in west Phoenix, ride along as we soar above the work zone.
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Freeway board with motorcycle safety message
05/01/2019

Driving Safety Home: It's Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

ADOT's state engineer hopes you'll resolve to be more aware of other motorists, whether they’re driving a vehicle with two wheels or four.
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Line of bicyclists on rural highway
04/30/2019

Share the road: Warmer weather means more bicyclists out there

Same road, same rules, same rights and responsibilities. We offer tips on how bikes and cars can co-exist safely.
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Still-smoldering fire along freeway
04/29/2019

Don't spark a wildfire: Check vehicles, trailers before summer trips

Sparks from dragging chains, underinflated tires and tossed cigarettes can and do start fires along state highways. Here's how you can help.
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04/27/2019

Making trash go viral, in a good way

For anyone passionate about keeping state highways clean, there's now a social media hashtag just for you.
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Safety message contest promo
04/26/2019

Entering our message contest? There's lots of competition already

Within 24 hours of launching our Safety Message Contest, we’d received more than 1,400 entries. After 48 hours the total number of submissions had climbed to 2,000.
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