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Two bridges under construction on US 93 north of Wikieup didn’t look much like bridges until recently, as they were little more than concrete piers jutting up from a dry wash. That all changed rapidly in the past few weeks, as crews lifted...
It’s back! I’m excited to announce that ADOT’s Safety Message Contest is now open and accepting submissions. Arizonans can submit their engaging traffic safety messages through Sept. 22 at azdot.gov/SignContest. This contest, now in its...
This week's guest and host on ADOT's podcast were at the Sept. 14, 1995, dedication of a new Navajo Bridge spanning Marble Canyon on US 89A. Thirty years later, they share their memories.

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Many of us are searching for the perfect gift on this Black Friday. Instead of naming a star for someone, how about being a start yourself by helping keep highways litter-free?
Our commitment to improving safety and mobility between Phoenix and Tucson is evident in past, present and future projects.
You aren't imagining it - thanks to the installation of adaptive traffic signals along Oracle Road/State Route 77, drivers along this busy route into Tucson are saving a few minutes on each trip.
Our wrong-way vehicle alert system being tested along a stretch of I-17 in Phoenix has earned a special award for innovation.
This week's challenge photo holds several clues to help you guess "Where in AZ??" this photo was taken.
For example, we're investing another $155 million for improvements to US 93 over the next five years.
Among other things, rest areas are places to stretch legs, walk pets, have picnic lunches and safely use phones and other mobile electronic devices.
If you are in the fender bender, the most crucial thing to remember is simple: Move over. Get out of the travel lanes. You don’t have to preserve the scene of non-injury crash.
Members of ADOT’s Northwest District spent Veterans Day participating in a Turkeys for Troops event held in Prescott by the AZ Heroes to Hometowns Foundation.
This week's "Where in AZ??" photo is a unique one, but we're betting one of you knows the answer.