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2 days ago
- Automotive
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Planned I-65 ramp closures in Blount County
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Department of Transportation announced it will periodically close the southbound entrance and exit ramps at the I-65 and Alabama State Route 160 interchange Tuesday. The closures will start at 9 a.m., weather permitting. For the closure of the exit ramp from I-65 southbound, message boards will direct drivers to proceed to Exit 282 and detour back to I-65 northbound to exit onto Alabama State Route 160. For the closure of the I-65 southbound entrance ramp, message boards will instruct drivers to use U.S. Highway 31 southbound. Motorists can enter I-65 from Cane Creek Road, Old U.S. Highway 31 or the service road. Water main leak causes Jefferson County road closure The ramps are expected to re-open by 2 p.m. Tuesday. The same closures are expected to be in place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. The ALDOT stated it encourages motorists to consider using alternate routes, adjust arrival and departure times, observe work zone signs and use caution in this area during the closures. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
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Planned lane closures on Highway 280 in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Department of Transportation announced it will close the left two lanes of U.S. Highway 280 eastbound and westbound Sunday. At 7 p.m., with weather permitting, the ALDOT will close the left lane of Highway 280 eastbound, and at 9 p.m., the left two lanes will close for milling between milepost 1.39 and milepost 4.51. All lanes are expected to re-open at 6 a.m. Monday, and the same process is set to repeat itself Monday night into Tuesday morning. Planned I-65 ramp closures in Blount County The left lane of Highway 280 westbound from milepost 1.39 and milepost 4.51 will also close at 7 p.m., with the left two lanes closing at 9 p.m. These lanes are also expected to re-open at 6 a.m. Monday. The lane closures are scheduled to continue from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. through Friday. The ALDOT stated it encourages drivers to consider using alternate routes, adjust arrival and departure times, observe work zone signs and use caution in these areas. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
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Beltline Road repaving to affect drivers
Jun. 3—Road work will begin Monday on a 5-mile section of Beltline Road between U.S. 31 and Gordon Terry Parkway. The project will likely take several months to complete and will include milling the pavement, resurfacing the road and adding new traffic stripes and pavement markers, according to Alabama Department of Transportation North Region spokesperson Seth Burkett. "It's standard maintenance resurfacing," Burkett said. "This is about ensuring the longevity of the pavement and making for a smoother ride for the traveling public." Burkett said the project should be mostly completed, if not wholly completed, by the end of 2025. Work will occur between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sunday nights through Friday mornings. "The stuff that really impacts traffic will primarily be done at nighttime, so as to minimize daytime impact," Burkett said. This stretch of Beltline Road can see between 30,000 to 40,000 vehicles per day, according to ALDOT. With most work happening at night, Burkett expects evening and pre-rush hour morning drivers will experience the biggest traffic impact. He recommends travelers wanting real-time updates on lane closures and traffic check or the ALGO Traffic app. Work will be split into two segments. It will begin with the section from U.S. 31 to Danville Road. Then the northern segment from Danville Road to Gordon Terry Parkway will be repaved. "At least one lane in each direction will remain open at all times," Burkett said. "But I would expect at least a single lane closure if they're out there milling or paving at night." The project will cost $3.35 million, according to Burkett. Grayson Carter and Son Contracting Inc., an Athens-based company, will complete the work. This is a standard job for the company according to Steve Turner, the paving and milling manager. He expects traffic to be affected for a minimum of a month. As far as delays to the project's timeline, Turner said the weather could play the biggest role. "Everybody knows lately just how much rain we have had," Turner said. "If that trend continues, then it's definitely going to cause that job to be extended, but we hope that rain is just about over with." Turner encourages the public's cooperation to keep the area safe during the repaving process. "We ask for the public's patience as we're working," Turner said. "We want our people to come home safe, so try to obey all the traffic controls, the signs, and the people that are out there guiding traffic control... . We're definitely not trying to impede your day, so we don't want to get hurt in the process." — or 256-340-2437
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Foley traffic signal at Alabama Highway 59 and Baldwin 12 to be off Wednesday
FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — The traffic lights at Alabama Highway 59 and Baldwin County 12 will be shut down this week for improvements. Two Lillian women killed in multi-vehicle crash in Elberta According to a City of Foley news release, the signals will be shut down at 9 a.m. while a temporary signal is put in. Foley police will direct traffic while the light is down. Crews will connect power to new connections and remove current signal poles that will have to be moved because of new turn lanes that are planned for that intersection, the release said. The work should be done by 4 p.m., the release said. According to the release, Alabama Department of Transportation officials have said the work was scheduled in such a way that the signal outage would be before most schools were out for summer and beach traffic increases. The eastbound section of Baldwin County 12 has been closed as the work has been done, but is expected to be reopened by the end of May, according to ALDOT. In addition to the new turn lane and signal improvements, the project also includes culvert extensions, the release said. What fans are saying on day 1 of Morgan Wallen's 'Sand in My Boots' music festival According to the release, ALDOT is overseeing the project. For more information, visit the ALDOT website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Alabama's $3.5 Billion Bridge Gets New Boost
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Construction efforts on Alabama's Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project have moved forward with the appointment of a key contractor. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) confirmed that Kiewit Massman Traylor (KMT) will continue to lead the development of the cable-stayed bridge that promises to transform regional transport. KMT, which was already tasked with designing and building the bridge, is now advancing pre-construction activities. Newsweek contacted ALDOT for more information on the construction process via email. Why It Matters The $3.5 billion Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project is a major infrastructure initiative by ALDOT that would reduce congestion along Interstate 10 between Mobile and Baldwin County. It is the largest road construction project in the state's history. What to Know The existing George Wallace Tunnel, designed for 35,000 vehicles per day, currently handles over 65,000 vehicles on weekdays, leading to significant delays. The new infrastructure aims to address these issues and support future traffic demands. In Mobile County, the KMT has launched a Pile Load Test Program to begin the construction process. The program will assess the strength and stability of 24-inch square precast concrete piles, the foundation elements that will anchor the bridge. The project includes constructing a six-lane cable-stayed bridge over the Mobile River and replacing the existing Bayway bridges with new bridges elevated above the 100-year storm surge level. Concept art of the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project, published on May 6, 2025. Concept art of the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project, published on May 6, 2025. ALDOT Additionally, seven interchanges along I-10 will be rebuilt or modified to improve connectivity. The project also plans to implement an intelligent transportation system and all-electronic tolling to enhance traffic safety and reliability. KMT will conduct pile load tests at six locations along the planned bridge route. The evaluation process will run from May through August, with operations scheduled between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. ALDOT said that the testing phase will not affect traffic on Interstate 10, minimizing disruption as crews proceed with foundational analysis. The testing outcomes will help verify that construction methods meet necessary standards and that the bridge design will deliver long-term reliability. ALDOT is in ongoing discussions with the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding final approval of a federal TIFIA loan, which will help finance the project. Additionally, an agreement on the guaranteed maximum price for construction must be reached. What People Are Saying ALDOT Chief Engineer Ed Austin said in a company release: "This is an important and positive development for the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project. Kiewit Massman Traylor and their team are hitting the ground running as they take over this portion of the project." What Happens Next If financing and pricing agreements are finalized as expected, ALDOT hopes to break ground on the new bridge before the end of the year.
