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Register here as a first step to gathering friends and family for the 7th annual ADOT litter cleanup on National CleanUp Day, Saturday, Sept. 21. While Adopt a Highway permits are for two-years and require cleanups several times per year...
In Arizona’s infamous summer heat, you can work up a sweat very quickly and easily from basic yardwork or even a short walk, making that first sip of water a refreshing relief. Understanding the importance of water during these months, the...
During Arizona summers, it’s not uncommon for wildland fires to result in the closures of highways. When this happens, we’re usually asked why the highway is closed or restricted when the fire isn’t on the road. It’s a fair question and the...

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Work is progressing on the Loop 101 widening project between Shea Boulevard and Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway).
There’s a lot of interesting content in our early blog posts, which is why we’re looking back and highlighting some of our favorites in a new series called, “From the Rearview Mirror.”
Input from the public helps to shape ADOT projects.
Work continues on the US 89 Cameron roadway improvement project in northern Arizona.
Take a look back at what traffic school was like in 1973.
Ever wonder what it takes to move one million cubic yards of rock and dirt?
Our newest infographic shows you the steps for getting your new driver license or identification card.
The number of electronic message boards displaying commute times is due to increase to 76 by late this year.
While their name might sound somewhat morbid, Deadman Anchors are actually nothing to be afraid of. In fact, they’re very handy on a project site.
A couple of improvement projects happening right now on the Loop 101 and the Loop 202 are seemingly similar, but each has their own distinct timeline.