Mobile County Archives

Sep 23

Bridge rehabilitation project on Dauphin Island Bridge to begin

Aerial view of Dauphin Island Bridge (SR 193) in Mobile County

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will soon begin a major rehabilitation project on the Dauphin Island Bridge, located on SR-193. This work will help extend the life of the bridge and improve safety for motorists.

Key Information: Start date: September 30, 2025 Location: Dauphin Island Bridge (SR-193), 3.45 miles long Work includes: Bridge rehabilitation…Read More “Bridge rehabilitation project on Dauphin Island Bridge to begin”

Sep 02

Lane closures scheduled for I-65 Delta Bridge in Mobile County

Drivers traveling I-65 northbound across the General W.K. Wilson Jr. Bridge (Delta Bridge) should prepare for lane closures in September as crews work to replace bridge joints within the arch span.

McInnis Construction LLC will perform the work on behalf of the Alabama Department of Transportation. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and expect possible…

May 27

Update: Tensaw River Bridge Replacement Underway

Aerial view of Tensaw River Bridge replacement US 90 Causeway Mobile

Construction is now in full swing on the new Tensaw River Bridge along the US-90/US-98 Causeway near Battleship Memorial Park.

Drivers passing through may have noticed barges, cranes and other heavy equipment moving across the water each day.

Traffic on the US-90 Causeway westbound approaching the Tensaw River Bridge construction.

The Alabama Department of Transportation…

May 19

ALDOT to begin Dauphin Island Bridge rehabilitation project in coming months

Aerial View Dauphin Island Bridge in Mobile County

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is working to extend the life of the Dauphin Island Bridge, a key route for residents and visitors. Built in 1982, the bridge has endured four decades of exposure to harsh saltwater environment. This project will ensure it remains safe and reliable for years to come.

Key Repairs

The…

Feb 05

ALDOT completes traffic signal overhaul for smoother, safer travel

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), in partnership with Mobile County and the City of Mobile, has completed a major traffic signal update to improve flow and reduce congestion. The changes, implemented in phases since fall 2024, simplify signal operations and prioritize real-time monitoring by skilled engineers.

“We took a ‘back to basics’ approach, focusing…

Sep 06

ALDOT encourages all to join volunteers for the 37th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup

Volunteers helping with the Ala. Coastal Clean Up.

Alabama’s Coastal Cleanup is back for its 37th year. Alabama PALS (People Against a Littered State) and The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), are calling on all community members and groups to join in making a difference!

On Saturday, September 21, 2024, thousands of volunteers will gather along Alabama’s beaches, lakes, and streams to remove…

Aug 29

School zone crossing guards have a new way to stop traffic

Community Resource Officer crossing guard at B.C. Rain High School in Mobile

Stepping out in front of vehicles to stop traffic for students has been a safety concern for school crossing guards throughout the years. That’s why the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has rolled out a brand-new pilot program in Mobile designed to make school zones safer for everyone, especially the crossing guards who bravely guide…

Aug 23

First wave of RTOP signal timing upgrades set to go live Monday, August 26, 2024

Traffic engineers inspect signal cabinet

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), in partnership with the City of Mobile and Mobile County, is rolling out the first wave of a significant upgrade to the traffic signal infrastructure in the Mobile area as part of the Regional Traffic Operations Program (RTOP).

The initiative aims to enhance traffic flow and safety through the…

Jul 17

USDOT announces ALDOT to receive $550 million for Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project

Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg formally announced that the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) was awarded $550 million for the I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project. The new bridge and bayway will support local businesses and the national economy through a more efficient movement of goods along Interstate 10, a critical corridor for…

Jun 11

‘We Stand United’: Alabama Congressional Delegation voices strong support for Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project

All nine members of Alabama’s congressional delegation – stretching from north Alabama to the Gulf Coast – signed a letter expressing their strong support for the I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project.

In a letter to U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, the delegation urges the U.S. Department of Transportation to approve the state’s…