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01/27/2026

ADOT’s Name-A-Snowplow Contest is back!

ADOT’s Name-A-Snowplow Contest is back again and we’re asking for Arizonans to help name a few of our snowplows! When winter storms roll through our state, ADOT’s snowplow operators work tirelessly to clear highways of ice and snow, helping...
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01/25/2026

PODCAST: Looking ahead to Southern Arizona projects for 2026

In this 10-minute episode of On the Road With ADOT, Public Information Officer Garin Groff discusses Southern Arizona improvements that are starting, continuing and finishing in 2026, including major upgrades for the Tucson area.
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Two steel bridges with arched supports and railings cross over a dry, rocky landscape with sparse vegetation under a cloudy sky.
01/21/2026

Salt River Canyon Bridge: Get your steps in while seeing Arizona’s beauty

The 1934 US 60 Salt River Canyon Bridge still exists - and pedestrians can still walk on it.
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11/19/2014

From the Archives: Traffic School

Take a look back at what traffic school was like in 1973.
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Blast on US 89 and text explaining the frequency
11/14/2014

Building a Freeway: Moving a Mountain

Ever wonder what it takes to move one million cubic yards of rock and dirt?
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11/13/2014

Be prepared: steps for obtaining a driver license or identification card

Our newest infographic shows you the steps for getting your new driver license or identification card.
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Travel times on freeway message board
11/12/2014

Commute times coming to more Phoenix-area freeway message signs

The number of electronic message boards displaying commute times is due to increase to 76 by late this year.
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11/05/2014

Transportation Defined: Deadman Anchors

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.
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11/04/2014

Project timelines explained

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.
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10/31/2014

‘Ghoulish’ traffic can occur during Halloween afternoon rush hour

Drivers are advised to plan for extra travel time this afternoon during what is often a “scary” commute due to heavier-than-usual traffic on Halloween.
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10/30/2014

A new look at Virgin River Bridge No. 6

Get an update on the Virgin River Bridge No. 6 rehabilitation project.
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10/29/2014

SR 87 improvement project underway

ADOT is building a new truck escape ramp and reconstructing an existing curve on SR 87 to enhance safety.
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10/28/2014

ADOT hosts pre-apprenticeship program for construction industry

Individuals interested in getting a foot in the construction industry can apply for ADOT’s Construction Academy, a three-week program designed to expose people to various trades within the construction field.
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