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Dec 13

Bids opened for I-59 southbound reconstruction in DeKalb, Etowah counties

The Alabama Department of Transportation opened bids last week for a project to reconstruct nearly 11 miles of I-59 southbound between Collinsville and Reece City.

ALDOT projects rebuilt multiple segments of I-59 northbound in DeKalb and Etowah counties in recent years. These include two completed projects and two that remain under construction. The project let…

Dec 12

Need answers about Alabama roads? Who to call?

At the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), we’re here to help with questions about state highways, road projects, and more. However, some road-related issues fall outside our responsibility.

To help you find the right answers fast, here’s a guide to who handles common road-related questions.

Road repairs and construction

ALDOT is responsible for building and…

Dec 11

Left turns from Memorial Parkway to Mastin Lake Road to be closed for several months

The left turn lanes on North Memorial Parkway (US-231/US-431) at Mastin Lake Road in Huntsville will be closed for the safety of the traveling public during initial stages of the overpass bridge construction. ALDOT anticipates the closure remaining in place for several months.

The closure of the northbound and southbound left turn lanes on the…

Dec 10

ALDOT urges everyone to arrive home safely

Graphic displaying the text , "If You're drinking and driving you're on think ice." It also has ice skates in the background. Graphic urges everyone to arrive home safely.

As the holiday season brings joy and celebrations, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) urges everyone to remember that the most precious gift is arriving home safely. December marks National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, a time to reflect on the dangers of driving under the influence. Unfortunately, more people are choosing to drive drunk during…

Dec 09

Unmanned Aerial Systems: The buzz heard above roads and bridges

drone on pavement with guy standing behind it with remote getting ready to fly it.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has forged a groundbreaking new program, the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), bringing high-tech drone technology to the state.

While drone technology might sound cool

Dec 06

SR-20 railroad crossing at Courtland to temporarily close Monday

Norfolk Southern will close the railroad crossing on SR-20 at Courtland in Lawrence County for repairs the morning of Monday, Dec. 9.

The railroad company anticipates the closure beginning between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. and lasting about one hour.

During the closure, westbound through traffic will detour to SR-33 in Courtland to SR-157 to…

Dec 06

Governor Ivey expresses gratitude to ALDOT disaster relief crews

Governor Kay Ivey poses with a group of ALDOT employees

Governor Ivey met with Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) crews on Dec. 5 to express her gratitude for their selfless assistance in disaster relief efforts in Florida following Hurricanes Milton and Helene.

“It was a privilege to meet the ALDOT workers who were deployed to Florida to aid in recovery efforts for Hurricane Milton and…

Dec 05

Green T intersections enhance safety

A map showing proposed intersection modifications at US-231 and US-82 in Montgomery County, Alabama. The map shows the existing roads and proposed changes, including new lanes, turn lanes, and a roundabout. The legend indicates the different types of roads and construction areas.

A Continuous Green T (CGT) intersection is a specialized traffic intersection design for three-way (T-shaped) intersections.

These intersections enhance safety and efficiency, allowing traffic on the main roadway to flow continuously through the intersection with a green light. This eliminates the need for stops and reduces overall delays facilitating free-flow movement.

The traffic signal…

Dec 04

Drive Safe Alabama participates in Super 7 Championship

Alabama High School Athletic Association Super 7 football championship promotion.

Drive Safe Alabama is a lead broadcast sponsor of the Alabama High School Athletic Association Super 7 State Football Championship this week in Birmingham.

The AHSAA Super 7 begins on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at Protective Stadium with nine games spread across three days.

Through the AHSAA partnership with Drive Safe Alabama, thousands of fans statewide…

Dec 03

ALDOT brings the Capitol Christmas tree

The Alabama State Capitol building in Montgomery, Alabama, with large Christmas wreaths hanging on the windows and a crane lifting a christmas tree to its place on the steps

Each year, employees from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) cut down, haul, install and help decorate the official state Christmas tree that sits at the top of the Capitol steps facing Dexter Avenue in Montgomery.

This year’s tree is an Eastern Red Cedar standing at 37 feet tall.

Mr. and Mrs. Ray Allen…

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