West Central Region Archives

Dec 02

ALDOT substantially completes major US-82 project in Tuscaloosa

The US-82 Rebuild Alabama Act project is substantially completed in Tuscaloosa County.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has substantially completed a major project along US-82 from SR-69 to Rice Mine Road.

This marks the first major Rebuild Alabama Act project in Tuscaloosa County. It is expected to improve mobility, boost safety and enhance local commerce.

The roadway now features an additional travel lane in each direction,…

Nov 27

ALDOT completes fiber project along I-65 in Chilton County

A completed fiber infrastructure project shows a DMS on I-65 in Chilton County.

The Alabama Department of Transportation has completed a fiber infrastructure project along Interstate 65 in Chilton County that spanned approximately 21 miles.

The completed project will provide the Traffic Management Center with better technological capabilities to manage traffic flow. It is also expected to improve safety, mobility, commerce and travel-time reliability for motorists.

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Nov 20

TIMs classes help keep first responders safe

A graphic reading TIMs Training: Traffic Incident Management

First responders constantly put their lives on the line, but the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is trying to make incidents safer for the men and women with boots on the ground.

In conjunction with Crash Responder Safety Week, ALDOT is hosting Traffic Incident Management (TIMs) classes across the state, teaching responders how to correctly…

Nov 19

ALDOT to perform work at US-82 and SR-69 intersection

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to perform construction activities at the US-82 and SR-69 intersection in Northport.

The US-82 and SR-69 intersection will have overnight work Wednesday, Nov. 20 through Wednesday, Nov. 27 that will limit traffic from 7 p.m. until 6 a.m., weather permitting. During this time, US-82 eastbound and westbound will…

Nov 18

ALDOT to update overhead signs on US-82 near 13th Street

A map showing where the sign installation project will occur.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to replace overhead signs on US-82 (McFarland Boulevard) near 13th Street in Tuscaloosa.

The installation is scheduled to take place overnight, beginning Wednesday at 9 p.m. and ending Thursday at 6 a.m., weather permitting. Westbound traffic on US-82 will be reduced to a single lane during this time.

Nov 13

Community shares input on Alabama’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan

Man pointing at map of Alabama bicycle and pedestrian demand.

Community members and local officials gathered at five locations around Alabama this fall to give input for the Alabama’s Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan that is being updated. The workshops are part of ongoing efforts by the Alabama Department of Transportation to establish a vision for safe and accessible bicycling and walking across the state….

Nov 12

Major project in Jasper will finish ahead of schedule

Governor Kay Ivey and memebers of the Federal and State Legislation as well as Jasper City Council members cut the ribbon opening the new bridge on SR-5 over US-78A

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) applauds the anticipated early completion of the bridge replacement and intersection improvement project on SR-5 over the SR-69 (US-78A) underpass in Jasper.

The project includes new traffic signals at the intersection of SR-5 and SR-195, along with the bridge ramps. The contractor will place traffic signal poles this week,…

Nov 07

ALDOT to perform bridge maintenance over Coosa River

A map of the SR-22 bridge Chilton and Coosa counties.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to perform bridge maintenance on the SR-22 bridge over the Coosa River, connecting Chilton and Coosa counties.

The work, which includes repainting the bridge its current gray color, is intended to extend the lifespan of the bridge. ALDOT expects the project to begin Monday, November 11 and continue…

Nov 01

Governor Ivey wraps up Rebuild Alabama Road Tour

Governor Kay Ivey waves at the crowd during a Rebuild Alabama Act Tour visit at the Ariton Baptist Church.

Governor Kay Ivey has wrapped up her Rebuild Alabama Road Tour.

Governor Ivey recently visited three areas – Chilton County, Ariton and Rainsville – in conjunction with announcing the awards from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Annual Grant Program, created by the Rebuild Alabama Act.

The Act, which was overwhelmingly passed by the legislature…

Oct 23

ALDOT continues relief efforts in Florida

ALDOT clears roadside debris caused by the hurricanes in Florida.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) continues to work alongside the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to clear roadways following the impacts of Hurricanes Milton and Helene.

ALDOT has been on site since October 12 and currently stationed at the Manatee Operations Center in Bradenton, Fla. where crews have been assigned to various areas in…