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Arizona Specialty Plate Spotlight selections for May

May recap: Specialty Plate Spotlight

26 May 2023

Apache Junction MVD Remodel starts May 27, 2023

The Apache Junction MVD office will be going through a remodel beginning Saturday, May 27, 2023. The remodel is planned to last approximately one month. The mobile MVD will be on-site to provide

26 May 2023

No need to visit an MVD office!

Use AZMVDNOW.gov to access many MVD services online. Renew your driver license, obtain an official Travel ID, take practice driver exams and more. See the full list of online services to save yourself

26 May 2023

Comment period closes June 1 for ADOT construction program

Have an opinion on the Arizona Department of Transportation’s recommended statewide construction program for the next five years? The public comment period closes Thursday, June 1, so please make your

26 May 2023

Apache Junction MVD Remodel starts May 27, 2023

The Apache Junction MVD office will be going through a remodel beginning Saturday, May 27, 2023. The remodel is planned to last approximately one month with an anticipated reopening date of Monday

A black-and-white photograph of a highway model of a traffic circle.

A little sleuthing reveals history behind an ‘unknown’ highway improvement

When time permits here at the ADOT Communications factory, I like to dive into the State Library, Archives and Public Records Arizona Memory Project and look at old photos of highway projects, equipment, people, etc.

Two animated kids in construction clothing standing in front of a crossword puzzle.

Hey ADOT Kids! Are you ready for some fun (and educational) summer activities?

ADOT Kids is a website created to spark children’s curiosity in how things work and what makes things go, tapping into their interest in science, technology, engineering and math in a fun way! ADOT Kids has lots of free, downloadable activity sheets, links to videos and more!

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PHOENIX – US 93 is closed in both directions at milepost 198 near Wickenburg, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.

The closure is due to a crash. There is no estimated reopening time.

Real-time highway conditions are available on ADOT’s Arizona Traveler Information site at az511.gov, the AZ511 app, calling 511 and through ADOT’s Twitter feed, @ArizonaDOT.

A roller flattens and smooths new asphalt on a highway.

Look for an even busier summer for pavement improvements

Summer is on the horizon, and that traditionally means the start of ADOT’s pavement repair season. After an unusually harsh winter, we’re gearing up for even more projects across the state.

Runway Shoulders; Runway Mill and Overlay

Adding shoulders to a runway increases safety. In the event of a runway excursion (an aircraft unintentionally veers off the runway) the shoulders give the pilot more pavement on which to regain control before ending up in the dirt infield.

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