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Map of new traffic signal at Lott Rd and SR 158 in Mobile

What’s Happening?
Starting Wednesday, August 28th, the new traffic signal at Lott Rd and SR-158 will be turned on in flash mode. This gives everyone time to get familiar with the new signal.

Important Dates:

Flash Mode: August 28 – September 3 (until 9 a.m.) Full Operation: Tuesday, September 3, 9 a.m.

Signal Coordination:
The new signal…

Read More “New traffic signal activation on Lott Rd at SR-158 Mobile”

ALDOT Traffic Engineers inspect signal cabinet

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), in partnership with the City of Mobile and Mobile County, is rolling out the first wave of a significant upgrade to the traffic signal infrastructure in the Mobile area as part of the Regional Traffic Operations Program (RTOP).

The initiative aims to enhance traffic flow and safety through the…

Read More “First wave of RTOP signal timing upgrades set to go live Monday, August 26, 2024”

Starting August 14, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), the City of Mobile, and Mobile County will launch a major upgrade to the traffic signal infrastructure in the Mobile area. As part of the Regional Traffic Operations Program (RTOP), this initiative will see the deployment of new controllers and hardware to 174 traffic signals.

Project…Read More “RTOP expansion to enhance traffic signal operations in Mobile County and City of Mobile”

The Alabama Department of Transportation plans to install a left turn lane and place new traffic signals at the intersection of SR-195 and 20th Avenue in Haleyville to improve mobility and safety.

The project is expected to begin Friday, July 26 and will continue for approximately three months, weather permitting.

Lane closures are not allowed…

Read More “ALDOT to improve SR-195 and 20th Avenue intersection in Haleyville”

Traffic signal efficiency is revolutionizing the way drivers experience their daily commutes.

Menasse Kumlachew, the Signal Systems Engineer with the Alabama Department of Transportation’s West Central Region, is behind the scenes monitoring traffic signals for any issues or alerts from motorists.

Kumlachew can direct technicians to fix flashing signals, adjust signal timings and update signal…

Read More “Engineering efficiency: the unseen efforts behind Alabama’s traffic signals”