An Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) pavement preservation project on I-65 in Butler County begins Thursday, July 31, weather permitting.
The project, which features micro-fine milling, resurfacing and traffic striping, will take place on I-65 from just north of the Conecuh County line to just south of Panther Creek Road, north of Georgiana.
Crews will…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) today announced a new public awareness campaign aimed at helping drivers avoid hitting low bridges with vehicles.
The theme for 2025’s bridge hit campaign is “Check Your Height, Know It’s Right.” The campaign will encourage people to check that their vehicle is not too tall to safely fit under…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) welcomes in the unofficial start to summer.
The Friday before Memorial Day marks National Road Trip Day, and thousands of Alabamians will soon hit the road to visit friends and family all summer long.
Alabama has plenty to offer road trippers, from beautiful beaches to historic sites. As you…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) anticipates higher traffic volumes during the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend. Drivers are advised to prepare for increased traffic and to plan for extra travel time.
For the safety of the traveling public along with construction and maintenance workers, ALDOT will have no temporary lane closures on interstates after…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is raising awareness to help improve road safety by participating in Our Roads, Our Safety Week from May 18-24, 2025.
Road Safety is everybody’s responsibility – passenger vehicle drivers, truck drivers, bus drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians. Our Roads, Our Safety is a national safety campaign that is dedicated to…
The annual Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) state ROADeo was held on Wednesday, May 14 in Montgomery.
This competition puts ALDOT’s most skilled equipment operators to the test. Each operator won their area event to earn the opportunity to compete at the state ROADeo in Montgomery.
These operators competed in various categories, showcasing their expertise…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is urging everyone to be alert and keep bicyclists safe. The month of May marks National Bicycle Safety Month across the United States.
Nationwide, 1,166 bicyclists were killed in traffic crashes in 2023 while an additional 49,489 bicyclists were injured in traffic crashes.
In the state of Alabama, there…
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With warmer temperatures on the horizon, riding season is beginning for many motorcyclists in Alabama in May.
The month of May also marks Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, which promotes motorcycle safety for motorcyclists and drivers. Millions of people across the United States ride motorcycles as a primary or secondary form of transportation, while others ride…
As the school year comes to an end, the month of May is recognized as National Youth Traffic Safety Month.
The campaign is a nationwide effort to raise awareness about road safety for young drivers and promote safe driving habits.
Traffic crashes are a leading cause of death for teens 15-18 years old. According to…
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is raising awareness for Heatstroke Prevention Day, which is held on Thursday, May 1.
Vehicular heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related death for children 14-years old and younger in the United States. ALDOT, along with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging parents and caregivers…
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