West Central Region Archives

Jun 18, 2026

ALDOT Preparing for Potential Severe Weather Impacts

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is preparing for potential severe weather impacts associated with the storms expected to move into the state today.

ALDOT is monitoring the weather with help from the National Weather Service, Alabama Emergency Management Agency, and other partners across the state. Following the storm, ALDOT’s priority will be to safely…

Jun 18, 2026

ALDOT to host public involvement meeting in Tuscaloosa

Map of the Tuscaloosa public involvement meeting.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will host a come-and-go public involvement meeting at Skyland Elementary School in Tuscaloosa to discuss a proposed roadway project to improve mobility and safety on Skyland Boulevard and McFarland Boulevard.

The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees can view exhibits and…

Jun 05, 2026

ALDOT to resume resurfacing of Skyland Boulevard

US-11 resurfacing map of Skyland Boulevard

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to resume nighttime resurfacing on Skyland Boulevard (US-11) starting Monday, June 8. The project will continue from McFarland Boulevard (US-82) to Pleasant Hill Drive in Tuscaloosa.

The project will also include left-turn lane lengthening and enhancements at Hargrove Road, Palisades Drive and Cypress Creek Avenue.

The contractor previously…

Jun 03, 2026

ALDOT worker injured in Hale County crash

Tractor mower that was involved in a work zone crash.

An Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) worker was injured Wednesday while performing routine roadside maintenance in Hale County.

The employee was operating a tractor mower along SR-69 north of Greensboro when the mower was struck by a tractor-trailer. The employee was transported to a local hospital for treatment and is expected to recover.

“Our employees…

Jun 03, 2026

ALDOT to resurface SR-219 in Perry County

A map of the Perry County resurfacing project

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to resurface SR-219 in Perry County from the Dallas County line to north of the County Road 32 intersection.

The 8.32-mile project is expected to begin Wednesday, June 10 and will continue until fall, weather permitting. A pilot car will guide traffic through the work zone.

Asphalt Contractors…

May 26, 2026

ALDOT to conduct routine bridge inspection

File photo of the Woolsey Finnell Bridge inspection

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to conduct a routine inspection of the Woolsey Finnell Bridge in Tuscaloosa on Monday, June 1, and Tuesday, June 2.

Intermittent lane closures are scheduled on US-82 near the bridge from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days, weather permitting. The crew will begin on the westbound side….

Apr 28, 2026

ALDOT to replace bridges on I-65 in Clanton

A map showing where the bridge replacement project takes place on I-65 in Clanton.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to replace two bridges on I-65 over Walnut Creek at milepost 209 in Clanton with modern structures to improve safety.

The project is expected to begin Wednesday, May 6, and will continue for approximately two years, weather permitting. The new bridges will be built to allow traffic to…

Apr 24, 2026

ALDOT holds ROADeo for Tuscaloosa, Fayette Areas

ALDOT Equipment ROADeo in Fayette. A tractor goes through cones.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) held its annual equipment ROADeo for the Tuscaloosa Area and Fayette Area on Thursday, April 23.

The ROADeo encourages safety and precision while helping operators sharpen their skills across a variety of equipment challenges. Competitors tested their abilities on machines such as single- and tandem-axle dump trucks, tractor mowers,…

Apr 20, 2026

Work zone crash injures three as awareness week begins

An Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) maintenance worker was one of three people injured in a work zone crash on SR-5 northwest of Jasper as National Work Zone Awareness Week began today.

The incident occurred Monday morning when ALDOT crews were performing shoulder work. The ALDOT worker was seated inside a dump truck when a…

Apr 15, 2026

ALDOT to hold fourth annual Spring Clean

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will mark its fourth annual Spring Clean on Friday, April 17, as crews across the West Central Region work to clear litter from Alabama’s roadways.

All eight districts within the region will participate, collecting litter along state highways as part of a coordinated effort to improve roadway conditions and…