With the summer travel season shifting into high gear beginning Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (May through September,) the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) wants to help you enjoy the sunshine, sand—and ease into traffic. But don’t worry, we’ve got tips to help you cruise down to the beach stress-free.
Here’s the Lowdown:
- Expect heavier traffic: Late Spring and Summer months means more vehicles on the road, especially along I-10, the Bayway, and the Causeway between Mobile and Baldwin counties.
- Plan: Leave early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid peak congestion. Midday travel = maximum frustration.
- ALDOT’s got your back:
- Control room operators will monitor traffic 24/7 using high-tech cameras and sensors.
- Holiday Weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day.)
- ASAP Patrol units and free towing services will be ready to help keep lanes clear and you moving.
- Digital message boards will share live travel updates along busy routes.
- Extra law enforcement officers will be on standby to respond quickly to any traffic troubles.
Road Work? Not on Holiday Weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day.)
To keep things smooth and safe:
- No temporary lane closures on interstates or state routes during Holiday Weekends.
Get Road-Trip Ready
Before you hit the gas:
- Check real-time traffic conditions and live camera feeds at ALGOtraffic.com
- Or download the ALGO Traffic app to keep updates at your fingertips.
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Final Pro Tip
If your goal is sand, surf, and stress-free vibes, time your trip wisely. Beat the crowd, keep your cool, and let ALDOT help you arrive safe and sun ready.
Now pack the cooler, grab the sunscreen—and we’ll see you on the road!
