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ALDOT communications wins big at TransComm

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has won four top communication awards from an organization representing state transportation agencies nationwide.

ALDOT took home the honors during the recent annual meeting of TransComm, the communications committee for the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). AASHTO is a national nonprofit group that represents and supports...

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Jul 12

Ivey: $550 Million coming to Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded a $550 million discretionary grant from the Bridge Investment Program to the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project.

Following notification of the grant awards to the Alabama Congressional Delegation, Governor Kay Ivey today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded a $550 million discretionary grant from the Bridge Investment Program to the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project.

The major grant award is believed to be one of the largest…

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Jul 12

ALDOT UAS team takes flight at Crenshaw County STEM Camp

Students and teachers posed for pictures at the ALDOT UAS demonstration table.

The Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) team took flight at the Crenshaw County schools STEM Camp this summer. Their mission? To spark a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education by showcasing the real-world applications of UAS.

The team brought a variety of drones to showcase at the camp….

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Jul 11

Ivey administration continues delivering road and bridge projects, Governor Ivey announces $3.9 million to cities and counties

Governor Kay Ivey today announced $3.9 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various, statewide road and bridge projects, highlighting her enduring dedication to enhancing Alabama’s infrastructure since day one.

Governor Ivey, recognizing the critical infrastructure needs of the state, championed the Rebuild Alabama Act, which created the Annual Grant…

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Jul 11

ALDOT’s Fort Morgan to Dauphin Island ferry gets summer spotlight

ALDOT's Fort Morgan to Dauphin Island ferry carries vehicles between the locations

On July 12, 2024, Debbie Williams with WKRG will be shining a spotlight on the Alabama Department of Transportation’s ferry service that runs between Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island. This exciting feature is part of the “Your Hometown” summer series.

Passengers take a ride on the Fort Morgan ferry A Journey Back in Time

This…

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Jul 09

ALDOT notifies public that engineers working along Northern Beltline route

Engineers and other representatives from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will be meeting with property owners along the route of the Northern Beltline connecting US-31 to SR-79.

The representatives will survey properties to ensure proper roadway alignment and to evaluate environmental impacts. Engaging with property owners is part of ALDOT’s standard process for progressing…

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Jul 08

ALDOT releases annual report highlighting achievements

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) recently released its 2023 annual report. This report outlines the department’s accomplishments and operations over fiscal year 2023, which ran from Oct. 1, 2022 through Sept. 30, 2023.

Looking back on successes

March 12, 2023, marked the fourth anniversary of the passage of the Rebuild Alabama Act. Rebuild Alabama…

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Jul 05

Greene County rest area welcomes travelers

Charlie, a 15-year-old rescue dog, is pleased to visit the Greene County northbound rest area off I-59/20.

Elizabeth Thompson breathed a sigh of relief when she saw a sign for the Greene County northbound rest area.

Charlie, her 15-year-old rescue dog, was growing impatient and needed a break as they traveled I-59/20 northbound from Mississippi on their way to visit family to celebrate Independence Day.

Thompson is one of approximately 1,000 visitors…

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