James Gordon, Author at ALDOT News Hub

Apr 25

Skilled operators show off and stay safe at ALDOT’s ROADeo qualifier

ALDOT Mobile Area Roadeo contestants and staff.

In a week dedicated to safety, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Southwest Region brought the heat—and the heavy machinery.

During National Work Zone Awareness Week, ALDOT hosted its annual Mobile Area Equipment Operators ROADeo state qualifier in Bay Minette. The event wasn’t just about horsepower and hydraulics—it was a celebration of skill, teamwork and…

Apr 21

ALDOT, AGC kick off National Work Zone Awareness Week in Mobile

Local contractors and media attend event to kick off Work Zone Awareness Week in Mobile.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) kicked off the 2025 National Work Zone Awareness Week campaign Monday with a press conference in Mobile.

Leaders from ALDOT, AGC, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), and the Alabama Road Builders Association (ARBA) came together to promote driver safety in…

Apr 14

W.Z. Flagger Returns: ALDOT’s 30-foot-tall Cone Crusader is back for Work Zone Awareness Week

ALDOT SW Region Work Zone Awareness mascot W.Z. Flagger.

He’s bold. He’s bright. He’s 100% cones, barrels and barriers. And he’s really hard to miss.

That’s right, W.Z. Flagger — the towering 30-foot-tall mascot of ALDOT’s Southwest Region — is back to spread an important message during National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 21–25). If you’re traveling through the Alabama Welcome Center on I-10…

Mar 18

ALDOT spends nearly $10 million on litter cleanup in 2024

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is continuing to spend more each year on litter cleanup along the state’s roadways.

ALDOT’s mission is to maintain and improve roads, not trash collection. However, the increasing amount of litter can be a road safety issue, so ALDOT employees spend a significant amount of time picking up litter….

Mar 04

High-Friction Surface Treatment Makes Wallace Tunnel Safer

Westbound entrance Wallace Tunnel I-10 Mobile

Drivers in the Wallace Tunnel now have a safer experience thanks to a new road treatment designed to improve traction and reduce the risk of crashes. The application of a high-friction surface treatment (HFST) enhances safety by increasing tire grip, particularly in areas where roadway conditions make vehicles more prone to skidding or losing control.

Feb 25

ALDOT Update: Intracoastal Waterway Bridge and Connector construction progress

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) continues to make progress on the new Intracoastal Waterway Bridge in Gulf Shores. This $52 million project is designed to ease traffic congestion in addition to improve safety in the area. A $30 million connector project to SR-161 is also underway.

Additionally, ALDOT will begin work to widen a…

Feb 24

SR-41 landslide repair in Monroe County completed

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has completed repairs on SR-41 between Hybart and Franklin following a landslide. The road will reopen to traffic on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025.

Completed guard rail on SR-41 in Monroe County Crews will complete striping on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. The detour, in place since Sept. 9, 2024, will…Read More “SR-41 landslide repair in Monroe County completed”

Feb 21

Matthew Ericksen, Southwest Region Engineer

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is highlighting its regional engineers during National Engineers Week, which is about celebrating today’s achievements and paving the way for a brighter and more diverse future in engineering.

For more than three decades, Matthew Ericksen has played a key role in shaping Alabama’s infrastructure as part of the Alabama…

Feb 13

ALDOT, Mobile engineers team up to tame Mardi Gras traffic 2025

Mardi Gras season kicks off in Mobile on Feb. 14.

Mardi Gras 2025 is rolling into Mobile, and with it comes the usual mix of beads, moon pies, and—let’s be honest—traffic jams. The season kicks off Feb. 14 with the Conde Cavaliers, bringing thousands of revelers downtown for the first of many parades.

But don’t worry, Mobile’s traffic engineers aren’t just sitting back and catching…

Feb 12

ALDOT supports future engineers at Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is committed to building roads—and futures! ALDOT proudly supports Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, inspiring young women to explore careers in engineering and STEM.

Event Details When: Monday, Feb. 17, 2025 Where: Exploreum Science Center in Downtown Mobile Who: 75–100 high school students from Mobile and Baldwin counties…Read More “ALDOT supports future engineers at Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day”