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I-85 Additional Lanes & Bridge Replacement

I-85 Additional Lanes & Bridge Replacement

The I-85 improvement project will improve safety, traffic flow, and long-term mobility through Montgomery by expanding capacity from Taylor Road to Jenkins Creek, along with the replacement of four bridges over Chantilly Parkway and the Kershaw railroad.

Bid
Letting

June 2026

Construction
Begins

Fall 2026

Estimated
Completion

Summer 2029

LIVE TRAFFIC & CAMERAS

Visit the ALGO Traffic Website

Check out the ALGO Traffic map and live traffic cameras along the corridor to monitor current roadway conditions, traffic flow, and potential delays in real time. Travelers can also use the trip planner to map routes, adjust travel plans, and stay informed before heading through the project area.

Project Overview

The I-85 improvement project in Montgomery will expand capacity from the end of the existing six-lane section near Taylor Road to Jenkins Creek, helping improve traffic flow, safety, and long-term mobility along one of Alabama’s most heavily traveled corridors. The project also includes the replacement of four aging bridges over Chantilly Parkway and the Kershaw railroad, modernizing critical infrastructure and supporting continued growth and connectivity throughout the region.

Additional I-85 Lanes and Left Turn Lane

The project includes extending the six-lane section on I-85 from Taylor Road to Jenkins Creek to improve capacity and reduce congestion. A new left turn lane on Chantilly Parkway onto I-85 South will be added for improved access.

4 Bridges Being Replaced

Four total bridges along the corridor will be replaced, specifically over Chantilly Parkway and the Kershaw railroad. The new bridges will improve safety, support increased traffic capacity, and provide a more reliable and modern transportation connection for motorists traveling through Montgomery.

2 Weekend Closure Events

Two weekend closures are required to demolish one bridge at a time over Chantilly Parkway. The contractor must provide a minimum of two weeks’ notice before each closure, and a $450,000 incentive applies for timely removal. Similarly, a $100,000/calendar day disincentive applies for delays.

Resources

Access Traffic Updates, Maps, and Project Information to Stay Informed Throughout Construction

Detour Map

View the official detour route for the Chantilly Parkway closure, including directional guidance to help motorists safely navigate the area.

Media Gallery

Follow the project from start to finish through visual updates, aerial footage, and milestone graphics documenting construction progress.

Project News

Stay informed with the latest press releases, announcements, and project updates from Alabama Department of Transportation on ALDOTnews.com.

Fact Sheet

Access the latest project information, timelines, traffic impacts, and construction updates through a regularly updated fact sheet with a current timestamp.

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