The Arkansas State Highway Transportation Department, now known as the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT), is a government agency responsible for planning, maintaining, and improving the state’s transportation infrastructure, including highways, bridges, and public transit systems. Funded primarily through state and federal transportation revenues, ARDOT plays a critical role in ensuring safe and efficient travel across Arkansas. Established in 1913, the department has a long history of adapting to evolving transportation needs and implementing large-scale infrastructure projects to support economic growth and connectivity within the state.