Strategic investments in the governor's Executive Budget will safeguard Arizona’s state highways and help rural Arizona communities compete for federal transportation grants while also supporting ADOT’s efforts to lay the groundwork for the transportation system of the future.
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January 17, 2025 | News/Press Release
Proposal helps with increased materials costs, supports rural communities
January 17, 2025 | News/Press Release
Five-month project designed to enhance safety, reduce congestion
The $2.1 million project, which began this week, will extend a westbound third lane by a little more than half a mile between the I-10 junctions with state routes 80 and 90. The westbound I-10 climbing lane currently begins just east of SR 90 and runs west for 1.6 miles.
January 8, 2025 | News/Press Release
Motorists are advised to plan ahead and expect detours
The Arizona Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect delays and plan ahead as northbound SR 143 will close between I-10 and Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) from 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, to 4 a.m. Monday, Jan. 13, for a traffic shift
January 8, 2025 | News/Press Release
Drivers should expect to use detours and plan ahead
The Arizona Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect delays and plan ahead as eastbound Interstate 10 will be closed between SR 51 and US 60 from 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, to 5 a.m. Monday, Jan. 13, for a traffic shift
December 27, 2024 | News/Press Release
Another widening project set to begin between Kino and Country Club
The new year promises to be one of major improvements to Interstate 10 in the Tucson area, with construction crews finishing one improvement project on the northwest side while turning earth on a new one south of downtown.
December 26, 2024 | News/Press Release
It’s one of many improvements planned for northern Arizona in new year
The new year will bring welcome improvements for drivers who use US 93 between the Phoenix area and Las Vegas. The Arizona Department of Transportation will reach the halfway point on a large interchange construction project in Kingman while starting its latest project creating a four-lane divided highway.
December 18, 2024 | News/Press Release
Join hundreds of volunteer groups helping ADOT keep Arizona grand
ADOT's Adopt a Highway volunteer program has hundreds of miles of state highways available for adoption statewide. It’s a great way to give back by picking up roadside litter with friends, relatives and even kids 12 and older needing to meet school service requirements.
December 17, 2024 | News/Press Release
ADOT detectives trained to investigate vehicle and driver license fraud
Arizona Department of Transportation detectives’ expertise in investigating identity theft and safeguarding personal information cleared a driver’s record after another person gave his name when arrested for driving under the influence.
December 12, 2024 | News/Press Release
Earthwork, bridge foundations underway for new free-flowing traffic connection
ADOT is six months into a $106 million project to eliminate delays that can occur for passenger and truck traffic on the main route between Las Vegas and Arizona. The free-flowing interchange will carry traffic northwest of the current connection.
December 6, 2024 | News/Press Release
Collaboration key to next steps in Corridor ID and Development Program
Having executive directors of key planning organizations on the Executive Leadership Team will help ensure that planning for passenger rail between Phoenix and Tucson aligns with regional priorities. It also will facilitate coordinated decision-making and advocacy.
December 5, 2024 | News/Press Release
Immersive simulations offer operators training for icy, snowy roads
PHOENIX – When winter storms roll through Arizona, driving can be more difficult because of reduced visibility and slicker roads. Because of this, the Arizona Department of Transportation often encourages motorists to delay travel plans. But one group of people – ADOT’s snowplow operators – don’t have the option to stay off highways. In fact, they’re sent into the teeth of storms, tasked with clearing highways as quickly and safely as possible.
December 3, 2024 | News/Press Release
ADOT will use funds to improve interchanges near New Mexico line
A $27.5 million federal grant will advance the ADOT’s plans to upgrade two I-40 traffic interchanges providing vital connections with the Navajo Nation capital of Window Rock and other northeastern Arizona locations.
December 3, 2024 | News/Press Release
ADOT MVD partnering with Arizona Game and Fish to offer course online
Owners registering off-highway vehicles (OHVs) will use AZMVDNOW.gov to take a safety course required by a state law taking effect in January. This course will be required one time for at least one of the OHV owners prior to vehicle registrations or renewals between Jan. 1, 2025, and June 1, 2027.
November 26, 2024 | News/Press Release
Rancho Santa Fe Parkway will provide direct connection to industrial park near airport
The Arizona Department of Transportation will begin work in early December along Interstate 40 to construct a new interchange that will in turn connect with a new roadway serving the east Kingman area.
November 22, 2024 | News/Press Release
Arizona Transportation Institute will foster innovation, engagement
A new research partnership between the Arizona Department of Transportation and the state’s three public universities will help keep ADOT at the forefront of innovation, nurture a new generation of transportation professionals and support Arizona’s economy.
November 21, 2024 | News/Press Release
Advances agency’s goal of four-lane, divided highway between Valley, Nevada
ADOT has transformed 5 miles of US 93 from two lanes to four-lane divided highway in Wickenburg. It's part of a long-term vision to transform the entire 200-mile section of US 93 from Wickenburg to the Hoover Dam bypass into a four-lane divided highway.
November 19, 2024 | News/Press Release
Traffic safety stakeholders call on the public to “Reduce your speed as you proceed”
PHOENIX – Imagine that you’ve been in a car crash involving two vehicles, both of which are no longer driveable and remain in highway travel lanes. Cars are speeding past in other lanes and you need assistance getting your car to the shoulder of the highway.
Across Arizona highways and roads, first responders put their lives on the line every time they respond to vehicle crashes to help motorists. They help those involved in collisions and drivers passing by in other cars, by ensuring their safety after an incident.
November 14, 2024 | News/Press Release
Agency recognized for being flexible with employees who serve in military
On weekdays, they serve the public working on Arizona’s highways. On weekends and when called to duty, they serve the country through the National Guard and Reserves.
This double duty can be challenging for service members who also work at the Arizona Department of Transportation, but it’s something ADOT works to ease by being supportive and flexible with employees who serve in the military.
November 12, 2024 | News/Press Release
ADOT sets closure dates for additional Arizona highways
The Arizona Department of Transportation will close State Route 473 between State Route 260 and Hawley Lake in the White Mountains on Thursday, Nov. 14.
November 6, 2024 | News/Press Release
The Arizona Department of Transportation is advising motorists to plan ahead and expect to use detours as eastbound I-10 will be closed between SR 51 and US 60 from 10 p.m. Fri., Nov. 8, to 4 a.m. Mon., Nov. 11, for a traffic shift.