Southwest Region Archives

Oct 23

New school zone speed limits coming to Baldwin Preparatory Academy on SR-59

At the request of local school and public safety officials, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is implementing new school zone speed limits on SR-59 in Loxley near Baldwin Preparatory Academy.

To improve safety for students, staff and motorists traveling through the area, the following changes will take effect soon:

Speed limit approaching the school…Read More “New school zone speed limits coming to Baldwin Preparatory Academy on SR-59”

Oct 10

Temporary ramp closure on I-10 eastbound in Daphne

Motorists traveling on I-10 eastbound should plan for a temporary ramp closure next week as crews perform maintenance work.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Exit 35A (eastbound I-10 ramp to Daphne) Why: Crews will install a high-mast light pole foundation as part of ongoing roadway lighting improvements. Detour:…Read More “Temporary ramp closure on I-10 eastbound in Daphne”

Oct 03

Nighttime Lane Closures Begin on US-90 in Daphne

Drivers in Daphne should prepare for lane closures as construction begins on a major road project along US-90 (SR-16).

Starting Sunday, Oct. 5, crews will begin widening, resurfacing and adding a new center left-turn lane on US-90 from Mt. Aid Baptist Church to SR-181.

The project, sponsored by the City of Daphne, is designed…

Oct 02

Traffic Update: New ramp on US-43 southbound to open Oct. 3

As the City of Jackson’s ATRIP-II project nears completion, motorists should be aware of upcoming traffic changes:

The newly reconstructed ramp from southbound US-43 to SR-69 is set to open to traffic as of Friday October 3, 2025.

With this opening, all ramps in the area will now be open to traffic.

Please note:

Oct 02

Students take the wheel on safe driving at UrKeys2Drv event

More than 150 high school students from Mobile and Baldwin counties gathered at Coastal Alabama Community College in Bay Minette last week for the UrKeys2Drv Teen Driving Safety Summit.

The day brought together students, safety experts and first responders for interactive activities and hands-on lessons about safe driving.

Why events like this matter:

Car crashes…Read More “Students take the wheel on safe driving at UrKeys2Drv event”

Sep 29

ALDOT team honored with Clear Water Alabama Award of Excellence

Linden Bypass recognized for environmental stewardship during construction

The Alabama Department of Transportation’s Grove Hill team and its contractor partners were recently recognized at the Clear Water Alabama Conference in Pell City, earning the 2025 Award of Excellence for their work on the US-43 Linden Bypass project.

The award highlights exceptional efforts in protecting Alabama’s…

Sep 23

Bridge rehabilitation project on Dauphin Island Bridge to begin

Aerial view of Dauphin Island Bridge (SR 193) in Mobile County

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will soon begin a major rehabilitation project on the Dauphin Island Bridge, located on SR-193. This work will help extend the life of the bridge and improve safety for motorists.

Key Information: Start date: September 30, 2025 Location: Dauphin Island Bridge (SR-193), 3.45 miles long Work includes: Bridge rehabilitation…Read More “Bridge rehabilitation project on Dauphin Island Bridge to begin”

Sep 10

UPDATE: ALDOT announces overnight lane closure on US-84 Wednesday night

Map of a lane closure on US-84 in Clarke County.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is advising motorists of an overnight lane closure on US-84 that will take place Wednesday, September 17th beginning at 8:30 p.m.

A superload will be transported from a barge in Jackson to a site off County Road 39 near Claiborne. Motorists can expect closures on US-84 to take place…

Sep 04

Traffic shift on SR-69 in Jackson begins September 5th

As the City of Jackson’s ATRIP-II project advances, motorists should be aware of the following traffic changes:

On Friday, Sept. 5, a traffic shift will take place: The newly re-constructed ramp from northbound US-43 to SR-69 will open. All traffic, both northbound and southbound, will be required to use this ramp. The ramp leading from…Read More “Traffic shift on SR-69 in Jackson begins September 5th”

Sep 02

Lane closures scheduled for I-65 Delta Bridge in Mobile County

Drivers traveling I-65 northbound across the General W.K. Wilson Jr. Bridge (Delta Bridge) should prepare for lane closures in September as crews work to replace bridge joints within the arch span.

McInnis Construction LLC will perform the work on behalf of the Alabama Department of Transportation. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and expect possible…