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Spreading the news about quick clearance laws

In 2022, 75% of crashes that occurred on Alabama’s roadways were property-damage-only crashes. To reduce the impact to traffic flow, Alabama has passed Quick Clearance Laws that are designed to protect ALDOT workers, first responders and to ensure traffic resumes quickly after a crash occurs.

If a motorist is involved in a minor crash and...

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ALDOT Employee Chris Blackwood shows his art at the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival

Art has a way of bringing people together, or bridging gaps and forging connections. This is why ALDOT employee Chris Blackwood, a pre-construction engineer who works with the Southwest Region’s consultant management team, spends a great deal of his free time painting and drawing.

From infrastructure to inspiration

Engineers are often adept at transforming…

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Map of proposed project area in Mobile County

The Alabama Department of Transportation will participate in a public involvement hearing sponsored by Mobile County from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on May 9, 2024, at Meadowlake Elementary School in Mobile. Through this hearing and its project website, ALDOT will receive input on options for relieving traffic congestion along McDonald Road and Three Notch-Kroner Road…

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Connect with ALDOT through Facebook, ALDOTNews, or the Report a Concern link

The Alabama Department of Transportation works tirelessly to keep our state’s transportation system running smoothly. But whether you have a question, a concern, or just want to stay up-to-date on the latest projects, you might be wondering how to connect with us.

Here are three easy ways to reach ALDOT:

1. Follow ALDOT on Facebook

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The solar eclipse’s path of totality on April 8th, 2024. Photo courtesy of USDOT.

The Alabama Department of Transportation is advising motorists to maintain safe driving behaviors during today’s solar eclipse.

Drivers are urged to not pull over at unsafe locations, such as stopping on interstates or any roadways, to view the eclipse. Motorists should also be mindful of pedestrians and cyclists who may be looking skyward.

While not…

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The Alabama Department of Transportation, along with the chairmen of the Eastern Shore Metropolitan Planning Organization and the Mobile Metropolitan Planning Organization, today said they will take 60 days to review cost-saving options for constructing the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway to minimize the effects of inflation.

Estimates for the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway…

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Map of resurfacing project on US-31 in McKenzie from the Conecuh county line to SR-55.

An Alabama Department of Transportation resurfacing project on US-31 in McKenzie begins Tuesday, April 9, weather permitting.

The contractor will resurface US-31 from the Conecuh County line to SR-55.  

Lane closures and reduced speed limits are expected throughout the project. Motorists should plan accordingly for delays and be mindful of people and equipment in…

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Crews pouring asphalt on I-65 in Jefferson Count

A smoother road is just ahead for a bumpy section of I-65 from US-31 to University Drive in Birmingham. 

The Alabama Department of Transportation project to repair the uneven roadway will be completed this summer. The work is primarily being performed at night for the safety of motorists and to reduce the interruption to traffic flow…

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