The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is urging everyone to be alert and keep bicyclists safe. The month of May marks National Bicycle Safety Month across the United States.
Nationwide, 1,166 bicyclists were killed in traffic crashes in 2023 while an additional 49,489 bicyclists were injured in traffic crashes.
In the state of Alabama, there...
Read More "Be aware of National Bicycle Safety Month this May"The Alabama Department of Transportation will replace the bridge over Sugar Creek and adjust grade along SR-63 from Milepost 27.925 to Milepost 28.334 (US-280 Intersection).
This project will require the closing of SR-63 within the Milepost given for a period of approximately 8 months. A detour route utilizing SR-128, Coven Abbett Road and US 280…
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In a dimly lit room lined with monitors streaming live footage from nearly 190 cameras, the operators at the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) Traffic Management Centers (TMC) work tirelessly to keep the state’s roads safe and traffic flowing.
The centers, operating 24/7, are hubs for real-time coordination between motorists, law enforcement and engineers –…
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and local governments work together to keep traffic moving, but how can you tell who manages what?
ALDOT manages and maintains state routes, U.S. routes and interstates. For issues or questions about city and county roads, reach out to city or county officials.
Report a concern:
State routes, U.S….
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As spring approaches, communities across Alabama are preparing to take part in the annual “Don’t Drop It On Alabama” Spring Cleanup. Organized by Alabama PALS, the 2025 Spring Cleanup will bring together volunteers from all over the state to tackle litter along roadsides, waterways and public spaces.
Each year, the cleanup serves as a reminder…
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Resurfacing starts today on US-278 in Cullman County from Duck River to SR-91 in Holly Pond.
Rogers Group, the contractor on the $819,650 project, will mill and resurface the 4.4-mile segment of two-lane highway.
The project includes repaving both approaches to the Duck River Bridge.
Lane closures
ALDOT advises motorists to expect single-lane closures controlled…
ALDOT was featured on Alabama Career Connections, a television program airing on Alabama Public Television (APT) this month. The show, produced in partnership with the State Personnel Department, explores career opportunities in state agencies across Alabama. This program shines a light on ALDOT and other state agencies to highlight the diverse careers available in state…
Weather permitting, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, April 1-2, the Alabama Department of Transportation will shift lanes on I-65 northbound and southbound toward the outside, right shoulder. ALDOT will also narrow the travel lanes.
This condition will be in place from Exit 231 (US-31) to Exit 234 (CR-87). Two lanes will remain open in both directions other…
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…
ALDOT opened bids today for a project to resurface 23.4 miles of I-65, including the entirety of the interstate through Morgan County.
Of three bidders, contractor Rogers Group submitted the apparent low bid of $16,120,000. ALDOT anticipated bids between $14.7 and $17.9 million.
Construction is pending bid review and award of the contract. ALDOT anticipates work…
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Liz Fleming’s welcoming spirit and inspiring personality make the West Central Region Traffic Management Center a productive and enjoyable place to work.
Fleming began her journey with the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) five years ago as a TMC Operator through a contactor. Now, she serves as the Automatic Transportation Systems Operation Supervisor where she…
Read More “Fleming works to keep roadways safe behind the scenes”
