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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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Apr 09

ALDOT engineers inspire students at Banks Elementary School

Justin Palmer and Cade Mobley show Banks Elementary fourth graders a wooden model of a bridge.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) recently brought the exciting world of engineering to Banks Elementary School.

ALDOT employees Justin Palmer, Cade Mobley and Daryl Calhoun engaged students in a hands-on lesson about bridges and the importance of strong structures. This visit showed the real-world impact of their work.

This was a part of ALDOT’s…

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Apr 08

Drive Safe Alabama moves into a new era

The updated Drive Safe Alabama website homepage.

In an era where attention is fleeting and accessibility is paramount, the Alabama Department of Transportation has given its Drive Safe Alabama website a makeover.

This website redesign is all about making life-saving road safety information more accessible and easier to understand. DriveSafeAlabama.org transforms important information into a visually engaging, mobile-friendly hub.

These features ensure…

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Apr 07

Norfolk Southern to repair SR-20 rail crossing

Norfolk Southern plans to reroute eastbound traffic while repairing this rail crossing on SR-20 just west of SR-67 in Decatur. on Wednesday, April 9.

Norfolk Southern plans to repair the rail crossing on SR-20 just west of SR-67 in Decatur on Wednesday, April 9, if weather permits.

Repairs will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

During the repair, a short segment of the eastbound SR-20 roadway will be closed. Eastbound traffic will be diverted to one lane…

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Apr 07

Put the phone down: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

ALDOT urges drivers to remain focused on the road during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, 3,308 people were killed in 2022 due to Distracted Driving.

The month of April serves as Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Alabama Department of Transportation looks to bring light to the importance of safe and focused driving.

Distracted driving can be classified as anything that takes…

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Apr 04

ALDOT releases fiscal year 2024 Annual Report

Fiscal Year 2024 ALDOT Annual Report

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has released its Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report, available on the ALDOT website. The report highlights the department’s accomplishments and operations from Oct. 1, 2023, through Sept. 30, 2024, offering a detailed look at key achievements, initiatives and ongoing efforts to improve Alabama’s transportation infrastructure.

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Apr 03

Inside ALDOT’s Traffic Management Centers

A TMC operator assesses traffic conditions of the state's highways using camera and radio communications .

In a dimly lit room lined with monitors streaming live footage from nearly 190 cameras, the operators at the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) Traffic Management Centers (TMC) work tirelessly to keep the state’s roads safe and traffic flowing.

The centers, operating 24/7, are hubs for real-time coordination between motorists, law enforcement and engineers –…

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Apr 02

State, U.S. or local? A quick guide to reporting road concerns

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and local governments work together to keep traffic moving, but how can you tell who manages what?

ALDOT manages and maintains state routes, U.S. routes and interstates. For issues or questions about city and county roads, reach out to city or county officials.

Report a concern:

State routes, U.S….

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Apr 01

Alabama PALS gears up for the “Don’t Drop It On Alabama’ Spring Cleanup

As spring approaches, communities across Alabama are preparing to take part in the annual “Don’t Drop It On Alabama” Spring Cleanup. Organized by Alabama PALS, the 2025 Spring Cleanup will bring together volunteers from all over the state to tackle litter along roadsides, waterways and public spaces.

Each year, the cleanup serves as a reminder…

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Apr 01

Resurfacing starts on US-278 near Holly Pond

Resurfacing starts today on US-278 in Cullman County from Duck River to SR-91 in Holly Pond.

Resurfacing starts today on US-278 in Cullman County from Duck River to SR-91 in Holly Pond.

Rogers Group, the contractor on the $819,650 project, will mill and resurface the 4.4-mile segment of two-lane highway.

The project includes repaving both approaches to the Duck River Bridge.

Lane closures

ALDOT advises motorists to expect single-lane closures controlled…

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