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How ALDOT's Aeronautics bureau supports Alabama airports

The ALDOT Aeronautics bureau grant program does more than distribute funds, it carefully coordinates a process that helps Alabama’s airports grow and meet the needs of their local communities.

At the heart of this effort is the annual airport funding cycle. Developed with input from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), airport directors and engineering consultants,...

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Jun 24

All lanes of SR-304/Huntsville Brownsferry Road now open

Workers remove drums from the center turn lane of SR-304/Huntsville Brownsferry Road. The widening project is substantially completed and all lanes are now open.

All lanes of SR-304/Huntsville Brownsferry Road in Limestone County are now open to traffic.

The $13.3 million Rebuild Alabama project reconstructed the two-lane county road as a five-lane state highway between US-31 and I-65. ALDOT widened the overpass on SR-304 at I-65 Exit 347 in an earlier $2.8 million project. The state has invested a…

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Jun 24

ALDOT launches new Zero to 60 episode on Roundabouts

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

Aaron…

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Jun 23

Upcoming phase shift on I-59 in Trussville

The Alabama Department of Transportation will implement Phase II-C of the I-59 improvement project in Trussville on Monday, July 20, 2025.

As part of this shift, the southbound ramps at Chalkville Mountain Road will be closed to allow for the next stage of construction.

Drivers are encouraged to plan alternate routes and follow all posted detours for the safety of the traveling public…

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Jun 17

Resurfacing project on SR-106 in Butler and Crenshaw counties

The Alabama Department of Transportation resurfacing project on SR-106 in Butler and Crenshaw counties starts Wednesday, June 18, weather permitting.

The project will stretch for about 12.5 miles on SR-106, from McKenzie Grade Road to after the Patsaliga Creek Bridge. It includes resurfacing, shoulder widening, guardrail maintenance and installation, and roadway traffic markings.

Motorists should…

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Jun 16

Expect delays on I-65 during bridge repair

The bridge on Upper River Road over I-65 in Priceville sustained damage when struck by a piece of equipment in April. From 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28, to 6 a.m. Wednesday, July 2, contractors will work around the clock to repair it as quickly as possible, but motorists are advised to expect significant delays on I-65 during the repair.

Drivers should expect significant delays on I-65 in Priceville as crews work to repair a damaged bridge over the course of several days.

From 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28, through 6 a.m. Wednesday, July 2, the outside southbound lane and shoulder of I-65 at Upper River Road will be closed. The contractor will work around…

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