Arizona State Freight Plan 2026 Update

The Arizona Department of Transportation is currently updating the previous State Freight Plan (approved December 2022). This plan establishes immediate and long-range plans for freight related transportation investments. More specifically, it identifies freight transportation facilities that are critical to the State’s economic growth and gives appropriate priority to investments in such facilities. The State Freight Plan defines investment priorities that will generate the greatest return for Arizona’s economy, while also addressing other key transportation system goals. The state’s transportation infrastructure supports Arizona’s economy by connecting production of goods to markets. Infrastructure that facilitates efficient movement of goods benefits Arizona businesses with lower transportation costs, faster service and increased reliability - fostering regional competitiveness and economic growth.

Draft State Freight Plan

The Draft Arizona State Freight Plan 2026 Update is now available for public review and comment. Through the evaluation of freight transportation needs, challenges, and opportunities, the plan outlines recommended strategies for a safe, reliable, and efficient freight system.

Key features of the plan include:

• Comprehensive overview of the status of the state freight and goods movements, state rail status and border crossing improvements 

• Forecasts of future demand for the transportation of goods in Arizona through 2050

• Proposals for future freight projects 

• Assessments and strategies to reduce bottlenecks

Comments on the draft plan can be made through 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, in the following ways:

• Fill out online comment form at: https://forms.gle/qPuyWqGm1NsicWBh6 

• Email: [email protected]  

• Phone: 855.712.8530

• Mail: Ryan Harding, ADOT Community Relations, 1655 W. Jackson St., MD126F, Phoenix, AZ 85007