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Yellow truck in front of sign that says "Ash Fork Route 66"
06/24/2026

ADOT’s little yellow truck celebrates Route 66 centennial

The Arizona Department of Transportation is taking part in Route 66 centennial celebrations and our 1959 Chevy Apache pickup truck was a crowd favorite at the recent Ash Fork Heritage Day, which also celebrated the centennial.
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On the Road With ADOT logo
06/21/2026

PODCAST: Big improvements set to begin between Maricopa and I-10

Laura Douglas, our lead communicator on the upcoming State Route 347 improvement project, talks with guest host Marcy McMacken about much-anticipated changes set to occur on SR 347, including the addition of a third travel lane in each direction.
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A volunteer removes litter from the side of a rural highway.
06/12/2026

The heat is on: Safety tips for volunteers

Read about safety precautions for Adopt a Highway volunteers and anyone planning to enjoy the Arizona outdoors this summer.
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09/08/2016

There's a good chance we can save you that trip to an MVD office

Those of us who work at ADOT know that taking care of paperwork at an MVD office isn't a popular thing to do. That's why we’re doing a lot to get you out of line and safely on the road.
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09/07/2016

From the Director: Pilot program starts for expanded truck loads on I-10, I-19

The Arizona Department of Transportation has started a year-long pilot program that allows slightly heavier trucks to travel on interstates in Southern Arizona. The program began Sept. 1.
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09/06/2016

Arizona fans show school spirit with specialty license plates

Supporters of Arizona's public universities are showing their true colors on their bumpers.
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Overhead Message Board: Dumb Drivers & Smartphones Don't Mix
09/02/2016

ADOT boards light up with Labor Day safety messages

ADOT reminds travelers to be prepared and safe as they head out for Labor Day weekend.
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Person inspecting or repairing a large vehicle wheel with a tool underneath a structure.
09/01/2016

New inspection facility greets commercial vehicles in Ehrenberg

A new commercial vehicle inspection facility has opened at the California state line. Check out a video showing how it helps keep highways safe.
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2015 Arizona Transportation Partnering Excellence Award is presented to the winners
08/30/2016

ADOT program helps construction projects finish on time and on budget

For 25 years the Arizona Department of Transportation has used a formal partnering program with its contractors to get construction projects completed on time and on budget.
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08/29/2016

Art of Transportation: Bridge truss frames moon

In this week's Art of Transportation, bridge trusses provide a frame for the moon.
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08/28/2016

Where in AZ??

Join us on Facebook for another Where in AZ?? challenge and tell us where this photo was taken.
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08/26/2016

Picture-perfect progress continues on Bell-Grand overpass and interchange

We're continuing to track the progress on the US 60 (Grand Avenue) and Bell project as crews move forward on the interchange.
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08/25/2016

Don't forget your paperwork when applying for a Voluntary Travel ID

New drivers or those new to Arizona might want to apply for a Voluntary Travel ID. Check out our new video explaining what you should bring along to the MVD office.
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