Alabama's $22M Bridge Swap on I-65

0:00Alabama's Department of Transportation is gearing up for a big bridge swap on Interstate 65 in Clanton. Starting May 6th, there were placed two structures over Walnut Creek at Milepost 209. These upgrades aim to make travel safer with brand new designs. The project costs $22 million and should take about two years to finish. Crews plan is smart so drivers won't face any detours. Traffic stays right where it is during construction. Local folks and commuters are breathing easier knowing they can skip long reroutes. Nighttime lane closures my slow things a bit, but daytime flow smooth as usual, minimizing daily headaches. Engineers say the modern bridges will handle heavier loads and weather, better than the old ones. No major disruptions expected. Just routine work to keep the interstate humming. Stay tuned for updates as the safety boost rolls out. Drive safe out there on 65. From your city, powered by AI. This is Birmingham News Today.