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Two bridges under construction on US 93 north of Wikieup didn’t look much like bridges until recently, as they were little more than concrete piers jutting up from a dry wash. That all changed rapidly in the past few weeks, as crews lifted...
It’s back! I’m excited to announce that ADOT’s Safety Message Contest is now open and accepting submissions. Arizonans can submit their engaging traffic safety messages through Sept. 22 at azdot.gov/SignContest. This contest, now in its...
This week's guest and host on ADOT's podcast were at the Sept. 14, 1995, dedication of a new Navajo Bridge spanning Marble Canyon on US 89A. Thirty years later, they share their memories.

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ADOT is getting ready to host its fall auction on Saturday, Nov. 2 in Phoenix.
Today's "From the ADOT Archives" post showcases a piece of equipment used decades ago.
A project is getting underway to redevelop the 511 Traveler Information System website, but first, ADOT is seeking your input.
If something happens on the state’s highway system, you can bet ADOT’s Traffic Operations Center is working to ease the impact it will have on drivers.
Right now, ADOT is evaluating the US89 project area to see if there are any archaeologically significant sites in the right of way.
Ever since we blogged about alternative fuel and energy efficient license plates more than a year ago, we have received many questions asking for even more clarification. And that’s exactly what we aim to deliver to you today with our newest infographic.
ADOT has completed the fencing along the US 89T corridor to help prevent livestock from crossing the roadway. That means the route is now fully open – nighttime and speed restrictions have been lifted.
Taken in 1979 at 19th Avenue and the Salt River in Phoenix, these pictures in today's blog post show an area before and during a pretty intense-looking dust storm.
Right now, crews are repaving a six-mile stretch of SR 587 between Hunt Highway and I-10 within the Gila River Indian Community.
Today’s video does a very good job of summing up what the maintenance crews do and why it should matter to the traveling public.