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A recent Maricopa Association of Governments news release notes that the system has worked as designed and addressed the longstanding problem of rainwater building up in cross-street underpasses along this stretch of I-17 in Phoenix.
ADOT supports monarch butterflies by planting and managing butterfly-friendly habitats along roadsides to help monarchs during migration and help ensure that future populations of monarchs thrive
The 17th Avenue Underpass near downtown Phoenix was once part of a major transcontinental highway.

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A safety campaign geared toward northern Arizona will feature safety messages on overhead signs and on ADOT’s social media channels.
"Where in AZ??" was this photo taken? Join us on Facebook and post your answer.
The Art of Transportation features an ADOT employee working alongside the highway.
The idea was hatched in 1973, but the technology to implement a revolutionary dust detection system is just now available.
We're explaining what a dust channel is and sharing advice on what to if you unexpectedly get caught in one.
Mile markers help break down Arizona's highways one mile at a time.
ADOT's focus isn't just on transportation systems for drivers. We account for bicyclists and pedestrians too.
Join our Facebook challenge and showcase your Arizona knowledge with "Where in AZ??"
When vacation planning, remember to prepare for summer paving projects in northern Arizona.
Watch the video presentation of the award for best license plate. You'll also catch a few classic cars sporting the Route 66 plate.