Starting today, July 21, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is starting a short-term geotechnical investigation along US-98 at Fly Creek in Fairhope. This work is an important step in the engineering planning and design of new bridges that will replace the current culvert structure.
Drill crew drilling on US-98 Drill crew drilling on US-98…Read More “Geotechnical work started today on US-98”
Alabama’s roads are getting safer, smarter and more efficient with the growing implementation of roundabouts. In the latest episode of ALDOT’s “Zero to 60” series, viewers got an in-depth look at the benefits of roundabouts and why they’re becoming an increasingly common sight across the state.
Roundabouts are a safer alternative to traditional intersections
Aaron…
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Unexpected delays frustrate Alabama drivers. Incidents, closures, and weather cause these delays. Knowing what’s ahead is key for smoother, safer travel. The Personalized Travel Alerts feature available in the ALGO Traffic app provides real-time traffic information. It’s right at your fingertips.
ALGO Traffic is the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) official traffic service. This longtime…
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is joining national efforts to highlight the importance of responsible choices during Alcohol Awareness Month this April. This annual observance serves as a crucial reminder about the dangers of impaired driving and the broader impact of alcohol misuse on individuals, families, and communities across Alabama.
While many Alabamians…
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This weekend, weather permitting, the contractor will shift the center lane closure on US-231.
Currently, the center lane on US-231 is closed from SR-87 to First Street. Once work is complete in that area the center lane will be reopened and the center lane from First Street to George Wallace Drive will be closed.
Motorists…
Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) employees across Alabama donned bright splashes of orange today in support of #GoOrangeDay. This annual event marks a key day within National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW). NWZAW, a nationwide campaign, reminds drivers about the critical importance of safety in roadway work zones.
“Our employees are out on Alabama’s roadways…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is continuing its new “Zero to 60” campaign and reminding drivers about the importance of work zone safety. This episode highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving in work zones, where conditions can change rapidly.
Key safety tips from ALDOT for navigating work zones:
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Weather permitting, Monday night, March 31, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will shift lanes on I-59 southbound toward the outside, right shoulder. Travel lanes will also be narrowed. This condition will be in place from Exit 141 (Chalkville Mountain Road) to Exit 137 (I-149 Interchange). Two lanes will remain open in both directions other…
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is celebrating National Engineers Week, which is about celebrating today’s achievements and paving the way for a brighter and more diverse future in engineering.
In the East Central Region, which spans 12 counties, Region Engineer DeJarvis Leonard has worked with ALDOT since 1979.
Born in Birmingham and raised in…
Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) crews worked around the clock to keep roads safe and passable during Winter Storm Cora. The storm brought freezing rain, sleet, and snow to parts of the state, creating hazardous driving conditions.
ALDOT’s Response
Pretreatment: Crews pre-treated roads with brine to help prevent ice formation. Salt brine is merely a…
