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Oct 17

Second phase of repair to US-43 bridge over Cedar Creek planned

US-43 Bridge over Cedar Creek in Franklin County

ALDOT next week will repair another section of the deck of the southbound US-43 bridge over Cedar Creek, south of Russellville in Franklin County.

Expect delays due to closure of the outside southbound lane of the bridge. Weather permitting, ALDOT anticipates beginning the closure mid-morning Monday, Oct. 20, and reopening the lane the afternoon of…

Oct 17

I-65 north exit 168 off ramp (South Boulevard) closure begins soon

The Alabama Department of Transportation has been closely monitoring traffic flow since the I-65 and exit 168 (South Boulevard) off ramp project began in early September. Due to increased delays and traffic queues, ALDOT has reevaluated the traffic plan to prioritize safety and expedite construction.

To increase the safety of the traveling public and workers…

Oct 16

US-84 eastbound bridge reopened in Daleville

The bridge over Choctowhatchee River on US-84 eastbound in Daleville reopened to traffic on Thursday, Oct. 16.

The traffic for US-84 eastbound had been detoured since Monday, Oct. 6, for necessary maintenance on the bridge deck.

Lane closures are still possible as work continues but a detour is no longer necessary.

For real time…

Oct 15

New SR-50 bridge over Wind Creek open in Tallapoosa County

SR-50 bridge Wind Creek Tallapoosa County

The new SR-50 bridge over Wind Creek in Tallapoosa County is now open to traffic.

The bridge is located 2.5 miles east of Martin Dam, northwest of Reeltown.

Traffic is crossing the new SR-50 bridge over Wind Creek in Tallapoosa County.

Crews shifted traffic from the original 1952 span to its replacement on Friday, October…

Oct 10

Temporary ramp closure on I-10 eastbound in Daphne

Motorists traveling on I-10 eastbound should plan for a temporary ramp closure next week as crews perform maintenance work.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Exit 35A (eastbound I-10 ramp to Daphne) Why: Crews will install a high-mast light pole foundation as part of ongoing roadway lighting improvements. Detour:…Read More “Temporary ramp closure on I-10 eastbound in Daphne”

Oct 09

Calera District adapts and overcomes to keep Shelby County moving

Travelers navigating the heart of Alabama are quite familiar with I-65 traffic.

Nearly 100,000 vehicles pass through the interstate’s Shelby County section every day.

Vacationing families on the way to the state’s sugar-white sandy beaches contribute to the congestion.

“We get a lot of traffic in the summertime. It is unreal. And there’s a wreck,…

Oct 08

ALDOT to host public involvement meeting in Springville

Public Involvement Meeting at Springville Middle School

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will host a come-and-go style public involvement meeting at the Springville Middle School to discuss a potential project on US-11 involving plans for roadway, drainage and sidewalk improvements.

The upgrades are proposed for the section of US-11 between New Talladega Road and Wilson Street.

The meeting is…

Oct 08

ALDOT to highlight job opportunities at career expo

An ALDOT flag hangs with other flags at the ninth annual West Alabama Worlds of Work (WOW) career expo.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will join more than 100 businesses and organizations at the ninth annual West Alabama Worlds of Work (WOW) career expo Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 8-9 at Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa.

The two-day event connects students with hands-on demonstrations and real-world insight into job opportunities across the region….

Oct 07

Crash fatalities decline in Alabama in 2024

Cover of 2024 Alabama Crash Facts. Navy blue background with different traffic signs all over.

Alabama saw a decline in traffic fatalities in 2024, according to the newly released Alabama Crash Facts report available online at the Drive Safe Alabama Website.

The report shows 967 motor vehicle fatalities statewide, down from 975 in 2023. Total crashes also fell, from just over 143,000 in 2023 to right above 140,000 in 2024….

Oct 06

TVA announces Wheeler Dam bridge work

The Tennessee Valley Authority today announced plans for bridge work on Wheeler Dam that will affect traffic on SR-101 beginning Sunday, Oct. 19.

This infrastructure improvement project will include a new epoxy overlay and new joints. Bridge joints are a component of the bridge designed to allow expansion and contraction, which helps prevent damage from temperature…

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