ALDOT To Temporarily Close Stretch Of McFarland Blvd. Next Week

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Alabama Department of Transportation on Friday announced lane closures to allow the contractor to construct the single-point urban interchange (SPUI) on McFarland Boulevard beneath the Interstate 20/59 bridge at Exit 73 in Tuscaloosa next weekend.

ALDOT West Central Region spokesperson John McWilliams said McFarland Boulevard, directly under the interstate, will close in both directions beginning Friday, Aug. 6 at 11 p.m. until Monday, Aug. 9 at 5 a.m.

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"The arches, which now hold the weight of the bridge over McFarland Boulevard, allow for more
space on McFarland Boulevard where the SPUI will be constructed," McWilliams said. "The SPUI will improve travel time while also enhancing safety, as it allows motorists to simultaneously turn left without crossing the path of opposing left-turning motorists and moves more vehicles through the intersection while reducing potential conflict points"

Additionally, the contractor will have intermittent lane closures for work on the median islands, sidewalk, signage and other various items following construction of the SPUI.

McWilliams said the expected completion date is late summer 2021.

Motorists should expect delays and are asked to use Skyland Boulevard, Interstate 359 or other alternate routes.

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