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Jul 23

ALDOT reaching out to property owners along Northern Beltline route

The initial phase of construction on the Birmingham Northern Beltline began in late June 2024 between SR-79 and SR-75 in Jefferson County

Starting this week, some property owners along the US-31 to SR-79 section of the Birmingham Northern Beltline near Pinson, Ala. will receive visits from Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) representatives.

These representatives are preparing to survey properties to ensure proper roadway alignment and to evaluate environmental impacts. Engaging with property owners is part of ALDOT’s…

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Jul 16

A new project in Mountain Brook Village will create two new roundabouts for drivers

A rendering of the roundabouts coming to Mountain Brook Village to help with traffic congestion

Two new roundabouts are coming to Mountain Brook Village to help with traffic congestion.

The project is happening right in the middle of Birmingham and Mountain Brook city limits at the intersection of the US-280 off ramp, Cahaba Road, Chester Road, and Lane Park Road near the Birmingham Zoo.

Because it straddles the two cities,…

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Jul 09

ALDOT notifies public that engineers working along Northern Beltline route

Engineers and other representatives from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will be meeting with property owners along the route of the Northern Beltline connecting US-31 to SR-79.

The representatives will survey properties to ensure proper roadway alignment and to evaluate environmental impacts. Engaging with property owners is part of ALDOT’s standard process for progressing…

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Jun 05

Major upgrades mean safer, more efficient travel on I-59 in Trussville

Map overview of I-59 widening in Trussville

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is launching a significant infrastructure project aimed at revitalizing and expanding a critical segment of I-59 in Jefferson County from the I-459 interchange in Birmingham to Chalkville Mountain Road in Trussville, Alabama.  This extensive project begins west of I-459 near Edwards Lake Road and ends north of CR-10, with…

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May 13

Improvements coming to US-29 interchange in Valley

Reconstruction work is being done on the US-29 interchange in Valley.

Drivers will soon see improved safety and and traffic flow from a new interchange reconstruction project at the I-85 and US-29 interchange in Valley, Ala. The Alabama Department of Transportation project is located approximately a half mile south of the Alabama-Georgia state line, and is expected to open to normal traffic flow on May 20,…

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Apr 26

I-59/20 intersection improvements coming to exit 104 and McAshan Drive

Map of the proposed project area on I-59/20 at exit 104 in McCalla, AL

Located on the western edge of Jefferson County, the McCalla area has seen rapid growth and development in recent years. With a unique combination of residential and industrial growth, establishing connectivity and upgrading old and functionally obsolete infrastructure is critical to sustaining future growth in the area.

Traffic is expected to increase significantly as the…

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Apr 23

Shifting gears for speed: ALDOT’s role in a smooth Talladega race weekend

ALDOT personnel set up cones to assist with traffic congestion surrounding the Talladega Superspeedway

Twice a year, the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, better known as NASCAR, brings its famous auto races to Talladega, and the Alabama Department of Transportation is there to help.

The Talladega Superspeedway is located between several major, state-maintained routes, including I-20, US-78, SR-21, and SR-77. Prior to each race, the Alabama Department…

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Apr 05

Major relief coming for motorists on I-65 in Birmingham

Crews pouring asphalt on I-65 in Jefferson Count

A smoother road is just ahead for a bumpy section of I-65 from US-31 to University Drive in Birmingham. 

The Alabama Department of Transportation project to repair the uneven roadway will be completed this summer. The work is primarily being performed at night for the safety of motorists and to reduce the interruption to traffic flow…

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