Southwest Region Archives

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 20

Temporary signal shutdown Wednesday for SR-59 and CR-12 Intersection Upgrades in Baldwin County

The traffic signal at SR-59 and Baldwin CR-12 will be temporarily turned off Wednesday, May 21, as ALDOT crews install a temporary signal and complete infrastructure upgrades.

The signal will be shut down at 9 a.m. and is expected to be back online by 4 p.m. Foley Police will direct traffic during the outage to…

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…

May 14

ALDOT operators shine in state ROADeo, advance to regionals

The 14 ALDOT employees who placed first or second in the state ROADeo competition held in Montgomery.

The annual Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) state ROADeo was held on Wednesday, May 14 in Montgomery.

This competition puts ALDOT’s most skilled equipment operators to the test. Each operator won their area event to earn the opportunity to compete at the state ROADeo in Montgomery.

These operators competed in various categories, showcasing their expertise…

May 06

ALDOT announces updates to Mobile River Bridge and Bayway as project advances

Rendering of the new Mobile River Bridge

The Alabama Department of Transportation announced today that the continued development of the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project will move forward under the Kiewit Massman Traylor (KMT) team.

KMT is the joint venture team previously chosen to design and build the cable-stayed bridge portion of the project. KMT has begun key pre-construction testing…

May 02

Traffic shift on SR-180 in Baldwin County begins Monday

SR 180 Canal Road at Waterway Bridge construction.

Crews will begin striping and moving a concrete barrier wall to shift traffic on SR-180 to a portion of newly constructed SR-180 (Canal Road) on Monday, May 5. Traffic will now utilize a portion of the newly constructed roundabout as part of this new traffic pattern.

This traffic shift will take one day to complete….

Apr 25

Skilled operators show off and stay safe at ALDOT’s ROADeo qualifier

ALDOT Mobile Area Roadeo contestants and staff.

In a week dedicated to safety, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Southwest Region brought the heat—and the heavy machinery.

During National Work Zone Awareness Week, ALDOT hosted its annual Mobile Area Equipment Operators ROADeo state qualifier in Bay Minette. The event wasn’t just about horsepower and hydraulics—it was a celebration of skill, teamwork and…

Apr 21

ALDOT, AGC kick off National Work Zone Awareness Week in Mobile

Local contractors and media attend event to kick off Work Zone Awareness Week in Mobile.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) kicked off the 2025 National Work Zone Awareness Week campaign Monday with a press conference in Mobile.

Leaders from ALDOT, AGC, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), and the Alabama Road Builders Association (ARBA) came together to promote driver safety in…

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….

Mar 13

ALDOT Preparing for Potential Severe Weather Impacts

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is preparing for potential severe weather impacts associated with the storms expected to move into the state Friday evening and continue throughout much of the weekend.

ALDOT is monitoring the weather with help from the National Weather Service, Alabama Emergency Management Agency, and other partners across the state. Following…