Southwest Region Archives

Oct 22

Take time to talk driving safety with teens

The poster emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in teen driving safety.

This is National Teen Driver Safety Week (October 20-26, 2024), and the Alabama Department of Transportation is encouraging parents to take the opportunity to have a conversation with teens about safe driving habits.

Traffic crashes are a leading cause of death for 15-20-year-olds. In 2022, there were 80 fatal crashes in Alabama involving drivers ages…

Oct 21

Public invited to give input on statewide bicycle and pedestrian plan

Pedestrian safety improvements to Jacksonville State campus

The Alabama Department of Transportation is inviting the public to give input as it updates the Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. This fall, the team leading the planning process will hold five public workshops across the state. The workshops will give people an opportunity to learn more about the plan and to share their perspective…

Oct 16

Progress continues on the Linden Bypass Project

Linden Bypass South construction as of October 2024

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is making steady progress on the Linden Bypass, the first project of several for the West Alabama Highway initiative announced by Governor Ivey in 2021. The goal of the project is to not only improve safety but provide much needed economic opportunities and connectivity to this rural portion of…

Oct 10

Retaining wall project on I-65 near Evergreen underway

Aerial view of the construction of a soldier pile retaining wall to stabilize the shoulder and prevent further landslide activity in the area.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has launched a $2.6 million project to address ongoing slope stability issues along I-65 southbound at milepost 87.4, just south of the southbound Evergreen Rest Area. The project began in late August and will construct a soldier pile retaining wall to stabilize the shoulder and prevent further landslide activity…

Oct 07

A heartfelt thank you to our volunteers: 37th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup a huge success!

A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers! Your hard work and dedication are making a real difference in keeping Alabama’s beaches and waterways beautiful. The 37th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup, held on September 21, 2024, was a remarkable success, and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Each year, more than 2,000 volunteers…

Oct 04

ALDOT’s Southwest Region gears up for 2025 resurfacing projects

Material Transfer Vehicle (MTV) receives asphalt from the dump truck and transfers it to the paver while maintaining a consistent flow of material for uniform paving.

ALDOT’s Fiscal Year 2025 resurfacing program is set to enhance approximately 95 miles of roadways across the Southwest Region. The region will see approximately $22 million allocated to resurface around 47 miles over 23 projects in Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia, and Conecuh counties. Additionally, the Grove Hill area will benefit from ten projects covering over 48…

Oct 02

ALDOT grant continues expanding walkways across its Southwest Region

In 2025, folks in Baldwin County will see even more sidewalk improvements, thanks to grant money aimed at making local areas more pedestrian-friendly. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has approved funding to continue expanding walkways for pedestrians in several communities. These improvements are all part of the federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), which helps…

Sep 24

ALDOT announces grants for seven local airports

The Alabama Department of Transportation today announced it has awarded over $145,000 in state funding to thirteen local airports for improvements.

Bay Minette Municipal Airport will receive $165,471 from the Federal Aviation Administration and $9,193 from a state grant for land acquisition. The airport will provide $9,193 in matching local funds for a total value…

Sep 11

Coastal flooding in the forecast ahead of Hurricane Francine

Vehicles traveling on the US 90 Causeway in Mobile, Alabama. Directional signs for US 90, US 98 and I-10 East.

A coastal flood event is possible in the Mobile, Ala. area, which may impact the US-90/98 Causeway as a result of Hurricane Francine. The projected storm surge for the region, when combined with strong south winds and occurrence of high tides, may pose significant risks for motorists, especially along low-lying portions of the Causeway. Often…

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…