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Arizona Department of Transportation Press Releases

1,162 Press Releases
  • Published on June 2, 2026 - 20:53 GMT

    SR 260 widening project east of Payson starts next week

    PAYSON – The last in a series of projects to widen State Route 260 to two lanes in each direction between Payson and the Mogollon Rim is scheduled to start on Monday, June 8. The Arizona Department of Transportation’s $76 million SR 260 Lion Springs …

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  • Published on June 1, 2026 - 16:49 GMT

    Study seeks input on potential freeway improvements in central Phoenix

    PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation, in cooperation with the City of Phoenix and Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), is studying potential improvements to Interstate 10 in downtown Phoenix to address traffic operations, safety and …

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  • Published on May 28, 2026 - 22:26 GMT

    Phoenix-area Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (May 29-June 1)

    PHOENIX – Closures or lane restrictions for improvement projects are scheduled along some Phoenix-area freeways this weekend (May 29-June 1), according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Drivers should allow extra travel time and use detour …

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  • Published on May 28, 2026 - 18:43 GMT

    Pavement work resumes on US 60 between Show Low, Springerville

    PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation is resuming work after a winter hiatus on two paving projects along US 60 between Show Low and Springerville. The projects will require lane restrictions for work starting this week on US 60 between State …

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  • Published on May 27, 2026 - 21:41 GMT

    Academy helps ADOT employees get CDLs, improves safety

    A new academy course created to help ADOT employees obtain a commercial driver license is improving compliance and safety.  Certain ADOT employees in work groups such as maintenance, Incident Response Unit, signing and striping, and the Motor Vehicle …

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  • Published on May 24, 2026 - 13:39 GMT

    PODCAST: Get the 411 on ADOT’s 511 app and other Traveler Information options

    Listen to the episode! (or use the player below) It’s not surprising that you might be using a car navigation system, Google Maps, or Waze to get to your destination. But do you know about ADOT’s AZ511 traveler information system? It’s our one-stop shop …

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  • Published on May 22, 2026 - 13:16 GMT

    Over Memorial Day Weekend, drive focused and designate a driver

    The heat is here and a long three-day weekend is ahead to mark the unofficial start to summer. And with people planning road trips over Memorial Day weekend, we want to remind drivers to stay focused and expect the unexpected.  But, before we go any …

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  • Published on May 21, 2026 - 15:18 GMT

    ADOT expo panel highlights women in construction

    Last week's ADOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Transportation Expo, themed "Road to Results: People, Projects and Progress," brought together more than 400 attendees ready to connect with industry leaders and …

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  • Published on May 19, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

    ADOT completes first bridge for US 93 widening project near Wikieup

    PHOENIX – Traffic is now using the first of two new bridges on a project to construct 4 miles of new divided four-lane highway along US 93 between the Phoenix area and Las Vegas. The bridge over Cane Springs Wash represents one of the most visible signs of …

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  • Published on May 18, 2026 - 18:05 GMT

    Arizona Wallet can now hold vehicle documents

    PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is adding features and functions to the most recent digital wallet option for Arizona residents. You can now add your vehicle registration and title directly to your Arizona Wallet …

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  • Published on May 18, 2026 - 16:29 GMT

    Welcome aboard: Meet the new volunteers

    We’re excited to introduce ADOT’s newest recruits for the Adopt a Highway Volunteer Program.  Look above to see groups making the commitment to help keep Arizona’s highways clean. Trash cleanups offer a rewarding way to gather friends, neighbors and …

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  • Published on May 15, 2026 - 21:24 GMT

    SR 347/Riggs Road intersection closed at times on Sunday (May 17)

    PHOENIX – The intersection of State Route 347 and Riggs Road north of Maricopa is scheduled to be closed intermittently on Sunday, May 17, for traffic signal and utility work in advance of a major improvement project, according to the Arizona Department of …

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  • Published on May 15, 2026 - 17:55 GMT

    Remodeled Tucson North MVD office now open

    The wait is over! After a year-long remodel, the brand new Tucson North MVD office location is now open for walk-ins and appointments.  A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 13, officially opened the more airy and modern MVD office for residents of …

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  • Published on May 14, 2026 - 21:38 GMT

    ADOT’s Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (May 15-18)

    PHOENIX – Closures or lane restrictions for improvement projects are scheduled along several freeways in the Phoenix area this weekend (May 15-18), according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Drivers should allow extra travel time and use detour …

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  • Published on May 14, 2026 - 21:38 GMT

    Motorists to begin using new segment of I-10 in Tucson this weekend

    TUCSON – Motorists will begin driving on a newly constructed section of Interstate 10 this weekend as the Arizona Department of Transportation makes major progress on a project to widen 3 miles of the freeway southeast of downtown Tucson. Traffic is being …

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  • Published on May 13, 2026 - 18:34 GMT

    ADOT to launch Loop 101/I-10 interchange improvement project

    PHOENIX – Construction starts this weekend on a massive project to expand the freeway interchange connecting Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway) and Interstate 10 in the West Valley. The Arizona Department of Transportation’s $192 million project will add an …

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  • Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:45 GMT

    Burnt Well Rest Area restrooms to be closed much of Wednesday

    PHOENIX – The Interstate 10 Burnt Well Rest Area’s restrooms, drinking fountains and vending machines will be unavailable much of Wednesday, May 13, due to electrical system maintenance, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.  This outage …

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  • Published on May 11, 2026 - 17:53 GMT

    PODCAST: ADOT gets the Game and Fish Department's perspective on the I-17 wildlife overpass project south of Flagstaff

    Listen to the episode! (or use the player below) Construction is well underway on the I-17 wildlife overpass 12 miles south of Flagstaff. The bridge structure is substantially in place, but there's a lot more to this project, including new wildlife …

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  • Published on May 11, 2026 - 17:48 GMT

    ADOT shares tips to help motorists reduce risk of sparking wildfires

    PHOENIX – As summer nears, temperatures are rising in Arizona and with that comes an increased potential for brush fires.  While wildland fires can occur year-round, seasonal changes and weather conditions in the summer increase risk. And with wildfires …

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  • Published on May 8, 2026 - 19:57 GMT

    Sunset Links Road extension celebrated as I-10 widening nears completion in Tucson area

    Few things say a project is complete, or almost complete, like a ribbon-cutting ceremony. And that’s just the kind of celebration Pima County held this week to note the pending completion of a new segment of Sunset Links Road that will connect I-10 to …

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