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Oct 10

Retaining wall project on I-65 near Evergreen underway

Aerial view of the construction of a soldier pile retaining wall to stabilize the shoulder and prevent further landslide activity in the area.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has launched a $2.6 million project to address ongoing slope stability issues along I-65 southbound at milepost 87.4, just south of the southbound Evergreen Rest Area. The project began in late August and will construct a soldier pile retaining wall to stabilize the shoulder and prevent further landslide activity…

Oct 09

Planned ramp closures on I-65 southbound at Exit 284 (US-31/SR-160, Hayden/Corner Exit)

Beginning at 8 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, weather permitting, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will temporarily close the southbound entrance and exit ramps at the I-65 / SR-160 Interchange.

This closure will allow crews to make modifications to the intersection of the southbound ramps and SR-160.

During the same time, SR-160 will be…

Oct 09

UPDATE: Blue Gurth bridge replacement on SR-14

The Alabama Department of Transportation is close to completing a bridge replacement project in Dallas County on SR-14.

The bridge over Blue Gurth Swamp is in the final stages of replacement with all bridge decks completed.

ALDOT plans to reopen the bridges in early November, weather permitting, after bridge rails and guardrails are constructed and…

Oct 08

ALDOT to begin final phase of Gordo Bypass

Map of the project scope for the Gordo Bypass in Pickens County, Ala.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) plans to begin the final phase of the Gordo Bypass next week. The project is expected to improve safety, mobility and commerce in West Alabama.

The project will realign US-82 from the northwest city limits of Gordo to just east of the Tuscaloosa County line. Once completed, US-82 will…

Oct 08

ALDOT resurfacing SR-147 in Auburn

Map showing project limits of resurfacing project.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will begin resurfacing SR-147 in Auburn on Wednesday, October 9, weather permitting.

The project includes resurfacing from the Interstate 85 interchange to the intersection of North College Street in Auburn.

Motorists should expect lane closures and reduced speed limits throughout the project. ALDOT urges drivers to plan accordingly for…

Oct 07

A heartfelt thank you to our volunteers: 37th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup a huge success!

A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers! Your hard work and dedication are making a real difference in keeping Alabama’s beaches and waterways beautiful. The 37th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup, held on September 21, 2024, was a remarkable success, and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Each year, more than 2,000 volunteers…

Oct 04

ALDOT’s Southwest Region gears up for 2025 resurfacing projects

Material Transfer Vehicle (MTV) receives asphalt from the dump truck and transfers it to the paver while maintaining a consistent flow of material for uniform paving.

ALDOT’s Fiscal Year 2025 resurfacing program is set to enhance approximately 95 miles of roadways across the Southwest Region. The region will see approximately $22 million allocated to resurface around 47 miles over 23 projects in Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia, and Conecuh counties. Additionally, the Grove Hill area will benefit from ten projects covering over 48…

Oct 03

UrKeys2Drv Summit empowers young drivers to make smarter choices

Since 2014, the UrKeys2Drv (Your Keys to Drive) Teen Driving Safety Summit has provided an interactive and impactful learning experience for young drivers across Alabama. This summit brings together hundreds of junior high and high school students from each region of Alabama for a day of learning, interacting and understanding the responsibilities of driving. The…

Oct 02

ALDOT grant continues expanding walkways across its Southwest Region

In 2025, folks in Baldwin County will see even more sidewalk improvements, thanks to grant money aimed at making local areas more pedestrian-friendly. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has approved funding to continue expanding walkways for pedestrians in several communities. These improvements are all part of the federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), which helps…

Oct 01

Weekend lane closures planned for I-65N at Tennessee River Bridge

Looking south at the underside of two large bridges over a waterway. The bridge to the right has metal scaffolding suspended under it.

Motorists should expect single-lane closures for rehabilitation work on the northbound I-65 Tennessee River Bridge each weekend in October, beginning this Friday.

The contractor will close the outside lane about 6 p.m. on Fridays and reopen it about 5 a.m. on Mondays.

Please expect delays on the northbound roadway during the weekends. Plan additional…

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