Alabama Road Conditions and Closures as of 1 PM Wednesday, Jan. 22

1/22/25 ROAD CONDITIONS AND CLOSURES

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) are currently monitoring and treating roadways as needed.

MONTGOMERY POST:

Elmore County: U.S. 231 has icy conditions.

Montgomery County: Most roadways south of the City of Montgomery are impassable.

Lowndes County: All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

OPELIKA POST:

Macon County: All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable. Be extremely cautious on Interstate 85 both the north and southbound lanes, currently have vehicles stuck on ice in multiple locations.

Lee County: All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable. Be extremely cautious on Interstate 85 both the north and southbound lanes, currently have vehicles stuck on ice in multiple locations. U.S. 280 has been cleared of all vehicles blocking the roadway. U.S. 280 still has heavy amounts of ice on the roadway.

Bullock County: All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable

Russell County: All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable

ALEX CITY POST:

Chambers County: All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable

Please use extreme caution when driving in winter weather as well as on icy roadways. ALEA Troopers will continue to monitor the roadway conditions and provide updates accordingly.

DOTHAN POST:

Barbour County: All roads are covered in snow and ice. All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

Coffee County: All roads are covered in snow and ice. All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

Dale County: There is one lane open on the northbound and southbound side of U.S. 231 from Ozark to the Pike County line.

National Guard is on scene.

There are no reports of crashes currently, just multiple vehicles, tractor trailers and passenger cars that are stuck due to icy/snow conditions. All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

Geneva County: All roads are covered in snow and ice. All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

Henry County: All roads are covered in snow and ice. All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

Houston County: Houston County has declared all roadways are impassable and the roads will be closed today. All roads are covered in snow and ice.

TROY POST:

Butler County: Interstate 65 northbound near the 116 mile marker is shut down, trooper working a crash. All roads are covered in snow and ice. All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

Covington County: All roads are covered in snow and ice. All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

Crenshaw County: Alabama 97 at the 7 miler marker is shut down. ALDOT is on scene. All roads are covered in snow and ice. Roadways are impassable.

All county roads, state and federal highways are considered impassable.

BALDWIN COUNTY:

South Mobile Street near Fairhope Ave in Fairhope is iced over and currently closed.

Interstate 10 eastbound at the exit 44 on ramp is iced over at this time.

U. S. 90 / U.S. 98 near the Tensaw River Bridge is iced over at this time.

Baldwin County 24 near U.S. 98 is iced over at this time.

Baldwin County 24 near Alabama 181 is iced over at this time.

Alabama 59 between Stockton and Interstate 65 is iced over at this time.

MOBILE COUNTY:

All county-maintained roadways and bridges are considered impassable.

ESCAMBIA COUNTY:

Alabama 21 between Fountain Prison and Holman Prison is iced over at this time.

U.S. 31 between the 80-81mile markers is iced over at this time.

WASHINGTON COUNTY:

All county-maintained roadways and bridges are considered impassable.

CONECUH COUNTY:

All county-maintained roadways and bridges are considered impassable.

The southbound lanes of Interstate 65 near the 93mile marker, in Conecuh County, are back open.

Please use extreme caution when driving in winter weather as well as on icy roadways. ALEA Troopers will continue to monitor the roadway conditions and provide updates accordingly.

PRESS RELEASE: ALEA Urges Caution Amid Significant Winter Weather Impacting Central and Southern Alabama

Issued Jan. 19, 2025

As another round of extreme winter weather approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is advising citizens to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions. This weather event is anticipated to bring snow and ice to regions that may not be accustomed to such winter weather, potentially resulting in dangerous travel conditions.

"We recognize that winter weather can pose unique challenges for our Alabama communities, particularly in those areas where snow and ice are rare," said ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor. "Our primary goal is to keep our citizens safe. Reducing unnecessary travel during dangerous conditions is crucial to preventing accidents and ensuring first responders can perform their duties efficiently."

With the National Weather Service's (NWS) forecasts indicating significant impacts for central and southern portions of the state, ALEA encourages the following driving precautions:

1.**Avoid Unnecessary Travel:** If you do not need to be on the road, please stay home. Conditions can deteriorate rapidly, and driving is strongly discouraged during inclement weather.

2.**Monitor Weather Updates:** Stay informed by checking local weather reports from your trusted news source, and updates from ALEA and the National Weather Service.

3.**Prepare Your Vehicle:** If you must travel, ensure your vehicle is winter-ready. Check your tires, battery, wiper blades, and fluids. Keep an emergency kit in your car that includes blankets, snacks, water, and a flashlight.

4.**Drive Slowly and Cautiously:** If you must go out, reduce your speed, increase the distance between your vehicle and others, and avoid sudden stops or sharp turns. Additionally, avoid using cruise control as steering sensitivity can change on icy roads, leading to loss of vehicle control.

5.**Stay Alert:** Be aware of your surroundings and watch for ice on bridges, overpasses, and shaded areas, which can freeze more quickly than other surfaces.

6.**Heed Road Closure Signs:** If authorities have closed roads or issued travel restrictions, comply with these warnings. They are in place to protect public safety.

7.**Use Headlights:** In low visibility conditions, ensure your headlights are on, and keep them clean to enhance visibility for you and other drivers.

During the state's last major weather event, ALEA Troopers responded to a total of 80 traffic crashes, where weather conditions were a factor, from Friday, Jan 10, to Saturday Jan. 11 in Troops E, F and G. This number does not include the number of vehicles that were removed from ditches or were stranded on the side of the road due to weather conditions with no damage. Troop E includes Colbert, Fayette, Franklin, Lamar, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Marion, Walker and Winston counties. Troop F includes Blount, Cherokee, Cullman, DeKalb, Etowah, Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall and Morgan counties. Troop G includes Calhoun, Clay, Cleburne, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Talladega and Randolph counties.

Colonel Jonathan Archer, ALEA's Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director said, "ALEA stands ready to assist and respond to emergencies as the situation develops. Once again, we will have all available Troopers ready, this includes Troopers assigned to ALEA's Marine Patrol Division to assist our Highway Patrol Division and respond to traffic crashes, road closures and assist with traffic control in heavily impacted areas. However, we strongly encourage citizens to stay off the roads if conditions become dangerous in your area."

Residents are encouraged to follow ALEA on social media (@ALEAProtects) for real time road conditions, closures and updates.