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ADOT officials seek the public’s help figuring out where this photo was taken. [ADOT photo]
Needing help with the ‘Unknown Highway’
Over the years, we have delved into our archives to bring you photographs from a lot of times and places. From grading a road with mules to the Highway Hawk’s appearances at events to a … more
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The original bridge over Queen Creek along U.S. 60 on the east side of Superior (foreground) served Arizona motorists for 30 years before it was replaced in 1953. [Courtesy of ADOT]
Rookhuyzen: Old US 60 bridge shows original way to cross Queen Creek
It’s a question as old as transportation itself: How are we going to get across that? Whether it be a river, creek, wash, arroyo, canyon or crevice, getting a vehicle from one side to the other is a prime concern when it comes to building roads. more
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This year, 25 of Arizona Department of Transportation’s snowplows have been equipped with new cameras that can stream a live feed back to district offices. These new cameras are another technological innovation to help ADOT be more aware of road conditions along different stretches of highway. Now that winter has arrived, residents can get to Know Snow by reviewing ADOT’s safety tips at azdot.gov/KnowSnow.
Technology, training help ADOT keep roads safe during winter
When snow begins to fall, trained Arizona Department of Transportation snowplow operators will work around the clock to keep the roads safe. Ever-evolving technology incorporated into the … more
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Aspens in fall colors attract leaf peepers at Aspen Corner on the San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff. [Steve Chernek/Independent Newsmedia]
ADOT: Stay safe while out finding fall in Arizona
Ahh ... autumn in Arizona. The frost is on the pumpkin, a chill is in the air and sweaters are acceptable fashion. Hey, we can dream, can’t we? more
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The first bridge over the Little Colorado River was built in 1912. [Courtesy of ADOT]
Some big bridge history near little Cameron
As Arizona grew after becoming a state, so did the need for trappers, traders and prospectors to cross the Little Colorado. more
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ADOT making significant strides when it comes to traffic safety
Earlier this week, the Federal Highway Administration made public the results of the State Safety Performance Targets for 2018. It was heartening to see that Arizona rated “met or made … more
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In this 2019 file photo, Arizona Department of Transportation Adopt a Highway Program Manager Mary Currie, right, poses with volunteers. Transportation officials are touting the upcoming National CleanUp Day slated for Saturday, Sept. 19. [Courtesy of ADOT]
ADOT: Join us in celebrating National CleanUp Day
We hope you’ll join us for National CleanUp Day on Saturday, Sept. 19. more
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In this Dec. 7, 1933 file photo, Arizona Department of Transportation work crews use mule-driven equipment to grade a portion of U.S. 60 between Salome and Aguila. [Courtesy of ADOT]
Looking back at days of mule-driven roadwork
Highway construction is and has been labor-intensive, but after we found this photo from December 1933, we couldn’t be happier to be living in our modern, mechanized age. more
A big step forward for ADOT’s wrong-way detection and warning system
The use of thermal detection cameras to spot wrong-way vehicles on freeway off-ramps along Phoenix-area freeways will continue to grow, especially after the cameras have worked well as part of a pilot project along Interstate 17. more
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MVD has good news for commercial drivers
We’re proud to let the world know that getting Commercial Driver License (CDL) services at the ADOT Motor Vehicle Division has become a lot easier. more
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Highway history: From Navajo Route 1 to US 160
Let’s take a trip to Four Corners. Sounds simple enough, right? All you need is some gas in the car, a GPS, maybe some road trip music and snacks, and you are good to go. More than likely we’ll be cruising down the entire length of US 160 to get there. more
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