DOUGLAS – The Arizona Department of Transportation is holding a public meeting Thursday, Aug. 3, to share information about three potential alternatives for a connector road from the new Douglas International Port of Entry to State Route 80.
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July 28, 2023 | News/Press Release
Meeting on connection with SR 80 scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 3
July 26, 2023 | News/Press Release
Work will require weekday restrictions until early 2024
A highway improvement project on State Route 89A in Cottonwood is set to start on Monday, July 31. Weekday restrictions, anticipated through early 2024, are scheduled daily from approximately 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
July 26, 2023 | News/Press Release
Pilot program brings TeleMVD station to eastern Arizona community
TeleMVD connects with an MVD employee located elsewhere, allowing a customer to complete dozens of vehicle and driver license services without having to drive to an MVD office.
July 24, 2023 | News/Press Release
Plan is available for review and comments through Sept. 7
ADOT is seeking public comments through Sept. 7 about the draft Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), which includes a recommended strategy for using anticipated limited funding to preserve existing highways across rural Arizona over the next 25 years.
July 19, 2023 | News/Press Release
Public can submit entries through July 25
PHOENIX – Have you ever traveled past one of the unconventional traffic safety messages that the Arizona Department of Transportation displays on overhead message boards and thought, “Hey, I can do that!”?
July 17, 2023 | News/Press Release
ADOT project renovated restrooms, ramadas, sidewalks, lighting and more
PHOENIX – Great news for Interstate 17 travelers: The Sunset Point Rest Area is open after an Arizona Department of Transportation project to upgrade its restrooms, water and septic systems, and other amenities.
To enhance capacity and accessibility, the $7.5 million project included renovating and reopening the original restroom building that had been closed since the new restroom building opened in 2010.
July 14, 2023 | News/Press Release
Pavement maintenance will narrow freeway to one lane in each direction
Loop 303 is scheduled to be narrowed to one lane in both directions near the Northern Avenue and Northern Parkway interchanges Monday through Thursday nights, July 17-20, for pavement maintenance.
July 14, 2023 | News/Press Release
Tanker fire a week ago severely damaged pavement, closing one lane
Great news for those heading to the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains to beat the heat: Northbound SR 87 is two lanes again about 10 miles south of Payson. AZ511.gov has the latest on highways heading into the weekend.
July 13, 2023 | News/Press Release
Two redesigned plates also available through Motor Vehicle Division
In addition to more than 90 other specialty plates that can be viewed at azdot.gov/plates and ordered at azmvdnow.gov/plates, MVD now offers Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock, Arizona Realtors® Homes for All, Cancer Support for Families, Diné College Warriors and U.S. Army.
July 12, 2023 | News/Press Release
Virtual public meeting on 2023 plan update set for Tuesday, July 18
The Arizona Department of Transportation is adding seven state highway corridors to its planned network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, expanding beyond the initial 2022 plan that focused on interstate highways. Please register to participate in our virtual meeting.
July 7, 2023 | News/Press Release
Fresh lane striping work will require pilot vehicle operation, stopped traffic
Overnight lane restrictions are scheduled along State Route 179 in the Sedona area starting Sunday night, July 9, while crews do lane striping work. Overnight restrictions are scheduled in areas between the "Y" and Chapel Road through Thursday night, July 13.
July 6, 2023 | News/Press Release
Goal is improving traffic flow on SR 87 and SR 260 by reducing stops at red lights
ADOT has upgraded traffic signal technology and timing on SR 87 and SR 260 in Payson to improve travel for residents, visitors and those passing through town. Engineers also used this technology to create new signal timing plans for weekdays and for weekends.
July 3, 2023 | News/Press Release
ADOT project has replaced aging pump stations with gravity-controlled pipelines
A new I-17 regional drainage system designed to reduce the risk of stormwater flooding in underpasses between Peoria Avenue and Greenway Road in Phoenix is ready to operate in time for this summer's monsoon.
June 29, 2023 | News/Press Release
First of its kind system in Arizona to change how drivers travel on I-17
PHOENIX – Motorists driving Interstate 17 north of Phoenix over the last year have seen crews moving dirt and blasting rock to make way for a wider and safer 23-mile stretch of highway between Anthem Way and Sunset Point, as part of the I-17 Improvement Project
June 21, 2023 | News/Press Release
ADOT’s focus: upgrading pavement, widening major corridors
The State Transportation Board has approved the 2024-2028 Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program, which includes funding to expand and improve pavement conditions on multiple highways.
June 15, 2023 | News/Press Release
ADOT urges drivers to be ready for dust storms, rain as monsoon season begins
With mid-June marking the official start of the monsoon season, the Arizona Department of Transportation has simple tips to help drivers stay safe when summer storms pack blinding dust and heavy rain.
June 14, 2023 | News/Press Release
Drivers should expect delays and plan for detours
Motorists should plan ahead and expect to use detours as eastbound Interstate 10 will be closed between SR 51 and US 60 from 10 p.m. Friday, June 16, to 4 a.m. Monday, June 19, for bridge work and a traffic shift.
June 13, 2023 | News/Press Release
Lengthy detours required due to rockfall mitigation work
Drivers who normally would use State Route 89A in an area north of uptown Sedona should allow extra travel time and plan to use detours due to scheduled highway closures between June 20 and 28
June 12, 2023 | News/Press Release
Best Use of Technology, Medium Project, in America’s Transportation Awards
The 2023 America’s Transportation Awards named the effort Best Use of Technology and Innovation, Medium Project, for the Western region. The competition is sponsored by AASHTO, an association representing highway and transportation departments nationwide.
June 9, 2023 | News/Press Release
ADOT publication honored by International Regional Magazine Association
The magazine, published by the Arizona Department of Transportation, won four first-place Gold Awards, including Matt Jaffe as Writer of the Year and Bernhard Michaelis for Single Photo, from the International Regional Magazine Association.