Savannah Taunton, Author at ALDOT News Hub

Dec 03

ALDOT brings official state Christmas tree from Fitzpatrick, Ala.

Each year, employees from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) cut down, haul, install and help decorate the official state Christmas tree that sits at the top of the Capitol steps facing Dexter Avenue in Montgomery.

The State of Alabama’s official Christmas tree for the 2025 holiday season. ALDOT employees cut down the tree at…Read More “ALDOT brings official state Christmas tree from Fitzpatrick, Ala.”

Nov 19

TIMs Training: Working together to keep Alabama roads safe

When a crash or breakdown happens on the road, every minute counts.

Every minute that an incident is on the roadway, the chance of a secondary crash increases by 2.8%. The longer vehicles and responders are stopped, the longer drivers are also stuck in traffic.

That’s what makes Traffic Incident Management (TIMs) Training so important….

Nov 17

ALDOT recognizes Crash Responder Safety Week

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is urging drivers to stay alert and slow down for first responders working on Alabama’s roads during Crash Responder Safety Week, Nov. 17-21.

Each year, ALDOT and emergency responders statewide join a national effort to improve roadway safety for first responders, from police to EMS and tow truck drivers….

Sep 23

ALDOT communications wins big at TransComm

5 people standing in a line in front of a skyline holding awards in their hands

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has won four top communication awards from an organization representing state transportation agencies nationwide.

ALDOT took home the honors during the recent annual meeting of TransComm, the communications committee for the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). AASHTO is a national nonprofit group that represents and supports…

Jul 22

ALDOT making safe a bridge and ramp damaged by steel coil

ALDOT crews are making safe a bridge and exit ramp damaged by a steel coil that fell from a truck this afternoon at the I-65 and I-565 interchange.

The approach, deck and rail of the flyover bridge from I-565 westbound to I-65 southbound were damaged in several places.

ALDOT crews patched lightly-damaged areas but will…

Jul 21

Geotechnical work started today on US-98

Geotechnical soil boring, Fly Creek - Fairhope.

Starting today, July 21, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is starting a short-term geotechnical investigation along US-98 at Fly Creek in Fairhope. This work is an important step in the engineering planning and design of new bridges that will replace the current culvert structure.

Drill crew drilling on US-98 Drill crew drilling on US-98…Read More “Geotechnical work started today on US-98”

Jun 24

ALDOT launches new Zero to 60 episode on Roundabouts

Alabama’s roads are getting safer, smarter and more efficient with the growing implementation of roundabouts. In the latest episode of ALDOT’s “Zero to 60” series, viewers got an in-depth look at the benefits of roundabouts and why they’re becoming an increasingly common sight across the state.

Roundabouts are a safer alternative to traditional intersections

Aaron…

May 06

Stay ahead with ALGO Traffic alerts

Unexpected delays frustrate Alabama drivers. Incidents, closures, and weather cause these delays. Knowing what’s ahead is key for smoother, safer travel. The Personalized Travel Alerts feature available in the ALGO Traffic app provides real-time traffic information. It’s right at your fingertips.

ALGO Traffic is the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) official traffic service. This longtime…

Apr 29

Drive Sober, Alabama: April is Alcohol Awareness Month

graphic reading April is National Alcohol Awareness Month

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is joining national efforts to highlight the importance of responsible choices during Alcohol Awareness Month this April. This annual observance serves as a crucial reminder about the dangers of impaired driving and the broader impact of alcohol misuse on individuals, families, and communities across Alabama.

While many Alabamians…

Apr 25

UPDATE: US-231 access management in Troy

This weekend, weather permitting, the contractor will shift the center lane closure on US-231.

Currently, the center lane on US-231 is closed from SR-87 to First Street. Once work is complete in that area the center lane will be reopened and the center lane from First Street to George Wallace Drive will be closed.

Motorists…