Jon Paepcke, Author at ALDOT News Hub

Sep 18, 2026

Upcoming I-459 ramp closures for resurfacing in Hoover

ALDOT is set to temporarily close a series of entrance and exit ramps for resurfacing along I-459 in Hoover.

Crews are set to temporarily close I-459 entrance and exit ramps over the next month as the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) continues its ongoing resurfacing project in Hoover.

The 3.2-mile job stretches from south of SR-150 (Exit 10) to north of US-31 (Exit 13).

ALDOT kicked off a 3.2-mile resurfacing project on I-459 in…Read More “Upcoming I-459 ramp closures for resurfacing in Hoover”

Sep 09, 2026

Widened I-59 northbound lanes open to traffic in Trussville

Widened I-59 northbound lanes opening to traffic in Trussville.

Following the Labor Day weekend, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has opened the newly widened I-59 northbound lanes to traffic in Trussville.

Motorists can now enjoy an additional third lane between I-459 and Chalkville Mountain Road, which should reduce congestion in the area. Daily, nearly 63,000 motorists travel that 3.5-mile section of I-59 in…

Sep 02, 2026

Widened section of US-280 now open in Jefferson County

ALDOT is opening the newly widened section of US-280 from Homewood to I-459 this week.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has opened the new widened configuration of US-280 this week.

The upgraded four-lane section boosts capacity between Shades Creek Parkway (SR-149) to I-459.

The contractor opened both directions of the upgraded US-280 between SR-149 and I-459 early on Thursday, September 10.

This $53 million project, which kicked off…

Aug 24, 2026

ALDOT reopens SR-63 at US-280 in Alexander City following bridge replacement

ALDOT reopens SR-63 at US-280 in Alexander City following a bridge replacement project.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has reopened SR-63 to traffic at US-280 following a bridge replacement project in Alexander City.

Closed since May 2025, the upgraded corridor offers a new bottomless arch bridge culvert over Sugar Creek. It is 120 feet long, 36 feet wide and 17 feet tall.

The new SR-63 culvert bridge…Read More “ALDOT reopens SR-63 at US-280 in Alexander City following bridge replacement”

Aug 20, 2026

ALDOT seeks public input for duo of I-59 bridge replacement jobs in St Clair County

ALDOT is proposing to replace two sets of bridges on I-59 in St Clair County.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is proposing bridge replacements on I-59 over both Big Canoe Creek and Muckleroy Creek in St Clair County.

Both sets of spans were built in the 1960’s and their deterioration and narrow width require replacement.

The I-59 bridges over Big Canoe Creek are scheduled for replacement in 2027.

The…

Aug 14, 2026

New Jefferson County DDI bridge passes inspection as project nears completion

A new bridge built for Jefferson County's future Diverging Diamond Interchange has passed inspection.

Work to build Jefferson County’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange is reaching a significant milestone. The project will transform Exit 104 on I-59/20 at McAshan Drive in McCalla.

Over the last few weeks, the project’s new bridge the contractor began installing in late February passed inspection. The new span will run parallel with the existing McAshan…

Aug 05, 2026

US-411 between Odenville and Ashville receiving fresh asphalt

ALDOT is resurfacing nearly nine miles of US-411 between Odenville and Ashville in St Clair County.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has launched a US-411 resurfacing project in Odenville.

The 8.817-mile job stretches from Maddox Farm Road to the junction of the US-231/US-411 Roundabout.

That section of highway handles between 3,000-4,000 vehicles a day.

The milling work on the project begins this week, which includes the removal of the previous…

Jul 31, 2026

Bids received for SR-204 safety improvements at JSU campus

ALDOT accepted bids for the widening and other safety improvements along SR-204 in the heart of Jacksonville State University's campus.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has accepted bids for pedestrian and traffic safety improvements along Jacksonville State University’s campus.

On Friday, July 31, ALDOT received bids to upgrade one mile of SR-204 near the heart of JSU.

The construction from Nisbet Lake Road to SR-21 includes a handful of enhancements:

Widened three-lane roadway…Read More “Bids received for SR-204 safety improvements at JSU campus”

Jul 20, 2026

ALDOT resurfacing I-459 in heart of Hoover

ALDOT is resurfacing heavily traveled section of I-459 in Hoover.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is launching a I-459 resurfacing project in the heart of Hoover.

The 3.2-mile job stretches from south of SR-150 (Exit 10) to north of US-31 (Exit 13).

Nearly 80,000 vehicles navigate this busy stretch of interstate every day in the heart of Hoover.

Crews raised construction signs late…

Jun 30, 2026

Railroad work requires closure of three highways in Shelby and St Clair Counties

Railroad work will close three highways in St Clair and Shelby Counties over the next ten days in Springville, Helena and Alabaster.

CSX railroad work will close three highways over the next ten days in St Clair and Shelby Counties.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is announcing closures in Springville, Helena, and Alabaster for CSX maintenance projects.

SR-174 Closure in Springville

Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, SR-174 will be closed between US-11…