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ALDOT communication staff pose with the four TransComm awards.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has won four top communication awards from an organization representing state transportation agencies nationwide.

ALDOT took home the honors during the recent annual meeting of TransComm, the communications committee for the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). AASHTO is a national nonprofit group that represents and supports…

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Steel coil that fell from a truck this afternoon at the I-65 and I-565 interchange.

ALDOT crews are making safe a bridge and exit ramp damaged by a steel coil that fell from a truck this afternoon at the I-65 and I-565 interchange.

The approach, deck and rail of the flyover bridge from I-565 westbound to I-65 southbound were damaged in several places.

ALDOT crews patched lightly-damaged areas but will…

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Geotechnical work began today on US-98 at Fly Creek

Starting today, July 21, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is starting a short-term geotechnical investigation along US-98 at Fly Creek in Fairhope. This work is an important step in the engineering planning and design of new bridges that will replace the current culvert structure.

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Alabama’s roads are getting safer, smarter and more efficient with the growing implementation of roundabouts. In the latest episode of ALDOT’s “Zero to 60” series, viewers got an in-depth look at the benefits of roundabouts and why they’re becoming an increasingly common sight across the state.

Roundabouts are a safer alternative to traditional intersections

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Unexpected delays frustrate Alabama drivers. Incidents, closures, and weather cause these delays. Knowing what’s ahead is key for smoother, safer travel. The Personalized Travel Alerts feature available in the ALGO Traffic app provides real-time traffic information. It’s right at your fingertips.

ALGO Traffic is the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) official traffic service. This longtime…

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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is joining national efforts to highlight the importance of responsible choices during Alcohol Awareness Month this April. This annual observance serves as a crucial reminder about the dangers of impaired driving and the broader impact of alcohol misuse on individuals, families, and communities across Alabama.  

While many Alabamians…

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ALDOT West Central Region employee #GoOrange for National Work Zone Awareness Week

Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) employees across Alabama donned bright splashes of orange today in support of #GoOrangeDay. This annual event marks a key day within National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW). NWZAW, a nationwide campaign, reminds drivers about the critical importance of safety in roadway work zones.

“Our employees are out on Alabama’s roadways…

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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is continuing its new “Zero to 60” campaign and reminding drivers about the importance of work zone safety. This episode highlights the dangers of speeding and distracted driving in work zones, where conditions can change rapidly.

Key safety tips from ALDOT for navigating work zones:

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