After decades of planning, the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project is moving forward with strong support from federal, state and local partners. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), the Mobile Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and the Eastern Shore Metropolitan Planning Organization announced today a revised project approach that positions construction to begin before the...
Read More "Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project advances toward construction"The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) held its annual equipment ROADeo for the Tuscaloosa Area on April 16, bringing together skilled heavy equipment operators for a day of competition and professional development.
The ROADeo encourages safety and precision while helping operators sharpen their skills across a variety of equipment challenges. Competitors tested their abilities on…
ALDOT announces a temporary closure of the US-29 overpass at I-85 (Exit 64) in Opelika, beginning Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The closure is expected to last approximately one week, weather permitting.
The closure allows the contractor to perform necessary maintenance on the bridge deck. The bridge rehabilitation will utilize hydrodemolition, a method known for its…
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An Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) resurfacing project on SR-87 in Coffee County begins Monday, April 21, weather permitting.
The project will take place on SR-87 from Pea Creek to the Pike County Line.
This project includes micro-milling, resurfacing, bridge maintenance and traffic stripe.
Motorists should expect lane closures and reduced speed limits throughout…
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Motorists will see traffic patterns change today at the intersection of US-43 and SR-64 in Lauderdale County.
The intersection in the Greenhill community is being converted to a reduced conflict intersection (RCI) to improve safety. Key features of an RCI include eliminating left turns and through movements from the side street. To construct the channelizing…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and states around the nation are encouraging motorists to observe National Work Zone Awareness Week on April 21-25 by slowing down in work zones and watching for roadway workers.
The theme for this year’s National Work Zone Awareness Week is “Respect the zone so we all get home.”
In…
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An Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) resurfacing project on SR-165 in Russell County begins Tuesday, April 15, weather permitting.
The project will take place on SR-165 from SR-208 to New Hope Church Road.
This project includes micro-milling, resurfacing, and traffic stripe.
Motorists should expect lane closures and reduced speed limits throughout the project. ALDOT…
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Weather permitting, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will inspect the I-20 bridge over the Coosa River beginning at approximately 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15.
This operation will require a lane to be closed during the bridge inspection. The bridge will be inspected between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Motorists should use alternate routes,…
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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…
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced the substantial completion of the US-82 widening project in Prattville. This infrastructure improvement enhances a key thoroughfare for local and regional traffic. This project, funded by the Rebuild Alabama Act, underscores the state’s commitment to critical transportation improvements.
A ribbon-cutting was held today at First Pentecostal Church in…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will host a free basic traffic incident management class for first responders on Tuesday, April 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The class will take place at the Smart Communities and Innovation Building on the University of Alabama campus.
Ken Colvert, ALDOT’s Traffic Management Center manager and retired…
