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...
Read More "Spreading the news about quick clearance laws"The Grand Bay Welcome Center located on I-10 at the Alabama / Mississippi state line is more than a pitstop on the way to the beaches. From the lighthouse on top of the welcome center to the mosaic sea creatures in its floor, this roadside stop showcases the beauty and culture of Alabama’s Gulf Coast….
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In 2022, the Washington County Commission was awarded an Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement Program-II (ATRIP-II) grant to construct safety improvements, including new lighting at the intersection of US-43 and SR-56. The ATRIP-II program is designed to rehabilitate and improve transportation infrastructure by funding projects of local interest, proposed by one or more local governments,…
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Weather permitting, a portion of SR-69 in Jasper will be closed in both directions beginning at 6 a.m. on Monday, April 1, through midnight on Friday, April 5. The closure will be limited to the area near SR-5. The closure will allow contractors to place girders for a new bridge and perform other necessary work…
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As work continues on the I-65 bridge replacement project in Conecuh County, drivers should expect to see reduced speed limits. Motorists should also expect possible daily left lane closures in each direction between March 25 and March 28 from approximately 7 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Motorist should stay alert and watch for construction vehicles entering…
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Spring break travelers make the most of Alabama interstates and highways at this time of the year. With so many vehicles heading to the state’s beautiful beaches, lakes and golf courses, traffic congestion is inevitable. But with ALGO Traffic, drivers have the power to keep traffic moving and reach “destination FUN” safely.
The Alabama Department…
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Steven Drake doesn’t like to talk about his accomplishments. It’s just not his nature.
The seven-year agronomist senior would rather talk about how his 18 employees throughout the West Central Region should receive praise and how they make him look good. However, Greg Wall, representative for Helena Chemicals was determined to showcase Drake’s work.
Putting…
Alabama’s rest areas and welcome centers make stopping a Sweet Home Alabama experience, thanks to partnership between ALDOT and the Alabama Tourism Department.
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Three projects are proposed for adding a travel lane to the northbound and southbound roadways of I- 65 between the cities of Calera to Alabaster. Existing I-65, in this corridor, is a 4-lane divided roadway, with three sets of bridges.
The construction of the additional lanes will be accomplished by widening towards the median….
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Sign installation began Wednesday, March 20, in preparation for an Alabama Department of Transportation resurfacing project on US-29 in Troy.
The project consists of planing and resurfacing US-29 from just north of the US-231 overpass to Needmore Road.
Construction begins shortly after all signs are installed.
Throughout the project, lane closures are possible. Travelers…
ALDOT anticipates completing repairs to the approaches to the Parker Road bridge over I-65 in Hartselle and fully reopening the roadway this afternoon.
Due to the earlier-than-expected completion of the Parker Road repair and inclement weather forecast for early next week, ALDOT is rescheduling repairs on Bethel Road at I-65 to this week.
Crews will…
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