ALDOT Begins I-59/20 Resurfacing Between Fairfield and Hueytown

Expect night and early morning slowdowns on the interstate until summer

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has begun a resurfacing project on a two-mile stretch of I-59/20 between mile post 116 and 118, located between the cities of Fairfield and Hueytown. Motorists should expect nightly lane closures from 7 PM to 6 AM, Sunday through Thursday, during the construction period, which is expected to last until summer.

Why it matters

This resurfacing project is a precursor to a larger plan to widen this section of I-59/20 to three lanes in both directions, which will help ease traffic congestion in the future. However, the current construction work is likely to cause delays and slowdowns for travelers on the interstate during the overnight hours.

The details

ALDOT is resurfacing a two-mile section of I-59/20 between mile post 116 and 118, located between the cities of Fairfield and Hueytown. The project is expected to take until summer to complete, with nightly lane closures from 7 PM to 6 AM, Sunday through Thursday, during the construction period.

  • The resurfacing project began this week.
  • Nightly lane closures will take place from 7 PM to 6 AM, Sunday through Thursday, until the project is completed in the summer.

The players

Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT)

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Alabama's transportation infrastructure, including the interstate highway system.

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What’s next

The resurfacing project is a precursor to a larger plan to widen this stretch of I-59/20 to three lanes in both directions, which will help ease traffic congestion in the future.

The takeaway

Travelers on I-59/20 between Fairfield and Hueytown should plan for potential delays and slowdowns during the overnight hours due to the resurfacing project, but the improvements will ultimately lead to a wider and less congested interstate in the long run.