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Volunteer placing trash in ADOT bag

03/17/2026

Get involved: Join us for an Earth Day litter clean-up

Adopt a Highway volunteer groups and others are invited to help tidy up along state highways for Earth Day. Whether you are a seasoned volunteer or just looking to make a difference, your participation makes a measurable impact toward reducing roadside litter.

Sprayer applies fog seal to highway.

03/15/2026

PODCAST: One key way that ADOT extends the life of highway pavement

This week’s episode of On the Road With ADOT features two of our many team members involved in preserving Arizona’s vast investment in state highways and the use of fog seals to extend pavement life.

A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to designate a driver.

03/14/2026

Don’t leave it up to luck: Designate a driver this St. Patrick’s Day

With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, we want to take a moment and remind everyone to plan ahead so you get home safely after the festivities. If you’re out on state highways this weekend, you may notice some of our overhead message...

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State Highway to North Rim

12/05/2017

State highway to North Rim closes for the winter

Winters are fierce at the Grand Canyon's North Rim. When park amenities close for the winter, we close SR 67 along with them.

Curve on I-17

12/04/2017

From the Director: Calling I-17 a 'deadly highway' misses the point

Highway safety goes far beyond headlines and usually points driver behavior.

12/03/2017

Where in AZ??

Join our Facebook challenge and help located spots across the state.

12/01/2017

File a Sold Notice with MVD or you could wind up fighting a fine

Today we're sharing tips in both English and Spanish on how to properly notify the MVD when you've sold a vehicle.

11/30/2017

Driving Safety Home: Drivers can’t become complacent when it comes to winter travel

Each year it's a good idea to brush up on winter travel safety.

ADOT officer inspects semitrailer

11/29/2017

A year on, International Border Inspection Qualification program continues to grow

In just one year the ADOT Border Liaison Unit has made strides in training truckers and improving safety.

Freeway traffic viewed from above

11/28/2017

From the Director: The Long and Winding Road

ADOT has done the research and analysis, but now we need from you about the long-range transportation plan.

1931 photo showing structure over Colorado River later named Navajo Bridge

11/27/2017

Highway History: US 89A from Bitter Springs to Fredonia

The "Honeymoon Trail" is just as romantic and picturesque as it was more than 100 years ago.

11/26/2017

Where in AZ??

Join our Sunday Facebook challenge and pinpoint a spot in Arizona from a photo.

11/22/2017

ADOT has safety messages for your holiday travel

If you've ever wondered why you see unconventional safety messages on ADOT's electronic message boards, today's blog has the answer.