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We're gearing up for ADOT's annual statewide cleanup held on National CleanUp Day. Register your volunteer group to participate or let us know if you'd like to adopt your own section to help keep Arizona grand throughout the year.
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.
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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We know it's the weekend, but we hope you’re up for a “Where in AZ??” Facebook challenge.
It is no secret that Arizona is known for its intense summer heat and dry climate. But what makes the deserts of this state so hot?
Boldly go where no one has gone before and you'll see Star Trek-themed safety messages on Arizona highways to coincide with the film release of Star Trek Beyond.
In today's Art of Transportation installment, we view crews placing a girder on the I-10/Prince Road overpass in Tucson through a cement block.
You've probably heard of the a dust storm and a haboob. Did you know there are three different types of dust storms and how to tell them apart?
Is it a freeway or a highway? Let's discuss the similarities and differences and how ADOT goes about assigning the terms.
Today’s blog, for our Spanish-speaking audience, covers tips on driving in a dust storm. It’s always best to avoid driving into a dust storm, but if you encounter one, you’ll know what actions to take.
When Arizona’s portion of I-15 opened to traffic in 1973, it was the most expensive rural interstate construction project to date.
Enjoy the new app, Pokémon Go, but be responsible and don't game and drive.
ADOT is in line to receive a $54 million federal grant to help fund two key widening projects on Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Tucson.