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PODCAST: We’re talking about big Phoenix-area projects for 2026

Randy Everett, ADOT Central District Administrator, previews improvements on tap for the coming year, including freeway-to-freeway ramps at Loop 303 and I-17 and extending Loop 303 southward in the West Valley.
ADOT map for the US 191 Cochise Railroad Overpass Bridge Replacement Project showing the project area highlighted along US 191 between mileposts 62 and 63.8 near Cochise, Arizona. The map shows the Union Pacific Railroad crossing, nearby Interstate 10, milepost markers, and a north arrow, with the project segment indicated in orange.

US 191 Cochise Railroad Overpass Bridge Replacement Project

The Arizona Department of Transportation is replacing the Cochise Railroad Overpass Bridge on US 191 between mileposts 62 and 63.8, near Cochise. Construction on this project began in December 2025 and is expected to continue through spring 2028.

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ADOT map for the Cornville Road Roundabout project in Yavapai County, Arizona, showing the intersection of Cornville Road and Tissaw Road marked as the project limits. The map includes nearby communities such as Cornville, Cottonwood, Cottonwood-Verde Village, and the Village of Oak Creek, along with State Routes 89A and 260 and the Verde River. A legend identifies the project limits.

Cornville Road Roundabout

Project Cost: $6,000,000

The Arizona Department of Transportation, in cooperation with Yavapai County, has initiated a project to install a roundabout at the intersection of Cornville Road and Tissaw Road in the community of Cornville.

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State Route 24 Shield Sign (Southeast Valley) ADOT File Photo
12 December 2025

Speed limit on SR 24 in Southeast Valley now 55 mph

The speed limit on the four-lane State Route 24 in the Southeast Valley has been adjusted from 45 to 55 mph following an ADOT evaluation. Learn more here.
Expanded northbound I-17 off-ramp at Loop 303 in North Phoenix
12 December 2025

ADOT opens new lane at northbound I-17 off-ramp to Loop 303

ADOT has opened a second lane leading into and along the northbound I-17 exit at Loop 303 to provide more capacity for traffic, especially during busy rush hours. Learn more here.
A snowplow clearing ice and snow off the highway.
9 December 2025

ADOT shares ‘Know Snow’ tips for winter driving

ADOT’s 400 snowplow operators have been preparing themselves and our fleet of 200 snowplows for the winter season, and drivers should prepare themselves and their vehicles for winter weather driving
Map showing the planned State Route 30 corridor from SR 85 to I-17, divided into West, Center, and East segments with construction start years from 2027 to 2046.
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State Route 30 (Tres Rios Freeway)

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), has initiated a project to build a new freeway in the southwest valley, State Route 30 (Tres Rios Freeway).
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Arizona Highways magazine holiday cover from the 1950s

PODCAST: Arizona Highways magazine celebrates its centennial, the holidays and more

Editor Robert Stieve visits with host Doug Nintzel about Arizona Highways magazine's ongoing centennial celebration, how the holiday edition has become annual treasure and even how the magazine is looking toward next year's Route 66 centennial. 
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Drivers should expect delays and allow extra travel time

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for east- and westbound lane restrictions and temporary driveway closures along State Route 72 in Bouse beginning at 5 a.m. Monday, Dec. 8, for paving and striping work.

The following lane restrictions will occur Monday through Thursday from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. beginning Monday, Dec. 8, and ending Thursday, Dec. 18:

  • West- and eastbound SR 72 will be reduced to one lane between mileposts 20 and 30 with alternating traffic control via a flagging operation.
  • Note: Crews are tentatively scheduled to close driveways and turnouts adjacent to SR 72 for 45 minutes to an hour to allow asphalt curing. 
  • A 10-foot vehicle width restriction will be in place. 
  • The speed limit will be reduced to 25 mph.
  • On Friday, Dec. 12, crews will progress through the work zone to complete striping work. This mobile operation is expected to be completed within two hours. 

Delays are likely, so allow extra travel time. Proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down and watch for construction and law enforcement personnel and equipment.

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Crews lift a pipe used for drainage along Loop 202 in Chandler (ADOT file photo 2025)
2 December 2025

Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) widening project marks halfway point

The Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) Improvement Project, which is adding new lanes between Loop 101 (Price Freeway) and Val Vista Drive in the Southeast Valley, has reached the halfway mark toward
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