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Recent News About Alabama Department of Transportation
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Alabama DOT's Linden Bypass project earns environmental excellence award
The Alabama Department of Transportation's (ALDOT) Grove Hill team and its contractor partners have been recognized with the 2025 Award of Excellence at the Clear Water Alabama Conference in Pell City.
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Governor Ivey announces $3.7M funding for Alabama road projects
Governor Kay Ivey has announced the allocation of over $3.7 million in state funding for 13 road projects across Alabama.
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Safety improvements planned for SR-20 at Gargis Lane in Colbert County
Work to enhance safety on State Route 20 at Gargis Lane in Colbert County is set to commence next week, according to the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT).
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Jefferson County begins work on its first diverging diamond interchange
Construction has begun on Jefferson County's first Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) at Exit 104 on I-59/20 at McAshan Drive in McCalla.
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Alabama Department of Transportation wins national communication awards
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has been recognized with four top communication awards by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO).
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I-20 westbound bridge lane closure scheduled by ALDOT starting October 2
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has announced a lane closure on the I-20 westbound bridge over the Coosa River in Riverside, set to begin on October 2.
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Dauphin Island Bridge rehabilitation project by ALDOT starts September 2025
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is set to commence a significant rehabilitation project on the Dauphin Island Bridge, situated on SR-193.
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Bridge maintenance prompts temporary closure on US-84 in Daleville
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has announced a temporary closure of the eastbound bridge over the Choctawhatchee River on US-84 in Daleville.
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I-565 corridor project nears completion with new message sign installation
A new dynamic message sign (DMS) is set to be installed on I-565 westbound near the Triana Boulevard overpass in Huntsville on Thursday, September 25.
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$6.1M paving project begins on US-72 in Jackson County
A $6.1 million road improvement project has commenced on US-72 in Jackson County, Alabama.
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ALDOT announces overnight closure of SR-14 section in Greene County
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is set to close a section of State Route 14 at the I-20/59 Exit 40 interchange in Eutaw, Greene County.
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ALDOT plans resurfacing of SR-19 in Marion County
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is set to commence a resurfacing project on State Route 19 in Marion County.
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ALDOT's Tuscaloosa District tackles growth-related challenges
The Alabama Department of Transportation's (ALDOT) Tuscaloosa District is grappling with the challenges posed by rapid population growth and increased traffic demands.
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Traffic shifts as Beach Express toll removal eases congestion
A year after tolls were removed from the Beach Express bridge, traffic data indicates that congestion on SR-59 has eased while more vehicles are being directed to the SR-161 Beach Express corridor.
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ALDOT plans public meeting for resurfacing project on SR-14 in Greensboro
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is organizing a public meeting to discuss a proposed resurfacing project on State Route 14 in Greensboro.
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Pedestrian safety upgrades underway at Jacksonville State University
Progress is underway on a project to enhance pedestrian safety along SR-21 at Jacksonville State University as students return to campus.
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Carrollton District maintains roads with dedication amid daily challenges
A typical day in the Carrollton District of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is unpredictable, with changing weather and unexpected incidents like crashes or urgent repairs.
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Alabama launches campaign to prevent bridge hits by raising driver awareness
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has launched a new public awareness campaign to help drivers avoid collisions with low bridges.
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ALDOT addresses damage at I-65/I-565 interchange after steel coil incident
ALDOT crews are addressing damage to a bridge and exit ramp at the I-65 and I-565 interchange caused by a steel coil that fell from a truck.
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Alabama conducts airport inspections to ensure aviation safety
The Alabama Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Bureau recently conducted inspections at Enterprise Municipal Airport and the Flowers Hospital helipad in Dothan.