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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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You can still drive over this important bridge near Bisbee

This historical bridge built before Arizona was a state continues to support travelers in southeastern Arizona.

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03/18/2021

History marks the spot alongside US 70

Historical markers are everywhere along state highways, and these two along US 70 are a good example of just how much history you can find while driving.

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03/17/2021

Transportation Defined: MSE walls hold up nicely

Mechanically Stabilized Earth walls are all around you ... if you know where to look.

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03/16/2021

What's blowing in the wind? Hopefully it's change

We hear you; there's too much litter along state highways and freeways. The truth is any amount is too much. We need your help to keep Arizona looking its best.

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