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....
Read More "Crash fatalities decline in Alabama in 2024"Daytime lane closures are scheduled for I-85 over Line Creek in Macon County on Tuesday, Feb. 11, weather permitting.
The closures, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., will affect both north and southbound lanes over Line Creek, about 2 1/2 miles north of Exit 16 (Waugh/Pike Road).
Crews will be installing raised pavement markers…
Read More “Update: Daytime lane closures at Line Creek on I-85 in Macon County”
A traffic shift on I-85 south at Miles Creek, originally scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 30, has been rescheduled due to equipment issues.
A lane closure on I-85 south over Miles Creek at Exit 42 is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 9, from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. for restriping.
Crews will begin installing temporary barrier rail…
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An Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) resurfacing project on SR-123 in Dale County begins Monday, Feb. 10, weather permitting.
The project includes shoulder widening and resurfacing on SR-123 from Roy Parker Road in Ozark to SR-51 in Ariton.
Motorists should expect lane closures and reduced speed limits. ALDOT urges drivers to plan for possible delays…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is implementing access management strategies across the state to improve safety and traffic efficiency by controlling where vehicles can enter and exit roadways.
These projects involve redesigning access along busy corridors with high traffic volumes. This includes adding dedicated turn lanes, combining driveways and modifying medians to manage traffic…
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The Tuscaloosa Branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) recognized Terence Williamson as its 2024 Engineer of the Year. This award honors his outstanding contributions to civil engineering and infrastructure development in West Alabama.
Williamson serves as the construction engineer for the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) Tuscaloosa Area in the West Central…
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), in partnership with Mobile County and the City of Mobile, has completed a major traffic signal update to improve flow and reduce congestion. The changes, implemented in phases since fall 2024, simplify signal operations and prioritize real-time monitoring by skilled engineers.
“We took a ‘back to basics’ approach, focusing…
Read More “ALDOT completes traffic signal overhaul for smoother, safer travel”
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the City of Foley are set to improve the intersection at SR-59 and CR-12. Work is scheduled to begin on Thursday, Feb. 6.
What to Expect New turn lanes: Right turn lanes will be added on SR-59 North and South. Left and right turn lanes will be added…Read More “Intersection improvements coming to SR-59 and CR-12 in Foley”
The Alabama Department of Transportation will begin temporary lane closures for the Pike Road roundabouts project beginning Sunday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m. for milling operations.
The lane closures will end by 6:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 3, and resume at 6:00 p.m. Monday. The Monday night lane closure will end by 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb….
Read More “Lane closures ahead for Pike Road roundabouts project”
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has reopened all lanes after completing bridge repairs on I-85 south at Exit 38.
The bridge rail was damaged during a crash on Saturday, Jan. 25.
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Read More “Bridge repairs complete: All lanes open on I-85 South in Macon County”
