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ASU student checks irrigation along highway.

03/23/2026

ADOT partnership with ASU aims to optimize landscape water use

We're highlighting an ASU News article features a partnership that’s helping ADOT learn how to optimize water use in freeway landscaping. The ADOT Urban Freeway Landscape Water Use Efficiency Project nvolves graduate students who are part of ASU’s Arizona Water Innovation Initiative

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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.

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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.

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The old bridge at Hell Canyon goes out with a bang (see the video)

Last week, what remained of the old Hell Canyon Bridge on State Route 89 went out with a bang – literally.

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Speaker demonstrates proper child seat use

09/22/2016

Spanish blog: ¡La importancia del cinturón de seguridad y asiento de seguridad para nuestros hijos!

Today’s blog, for our Spanish-speaking audience, reminds us how important seat belts or child seats are for kids.

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A blue Arizona welcome sign by a highway reads The Grand Canyon State Welcomes You.

09/21/2016

Planning priorities: ADOT wants your opinion to shape Long-Range Transportation Plan

Help guide the future of transportation by taking a quick, interactive survey that will help determine transportation investment priorities.

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09/20/2016

Don’t trash our state: ADOT offers ways to mark Arizona Pollution Prevention (P2) Week

Arizona Pollution Prevention (P2) Week is underway, and ADOT offers ways to keep our state litter-free.

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09/19/2016

Half of child car seats are installed incorrectly, so please learn how yours works

Child Passenger Safety Week is a reminder of the importance of proper use of car seats for children.

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09/16/2016

When buying used cars, avoid headaches by doing your research

These easy, online tools can help you research a used car's history before you make a purchase.

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09/14/2016

US 89 improvements in Cameron increase safety and mobility

Major upgrades have just been completed on a four-mile, four-lane stretch of US 89 in Cameron.

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09/13/2016

From the Director: Tackling challenges, finding solutions

ADOT has embraced the Continuous Improvement culture and is streamlining its processes. Today's blog details more ways the agency is saving time and money.

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