New Funding to Improve Roadways in Tuscaloosa

City officials announce major infrastructure investment for Alabama city's streets and highways.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The city of Tuscaloosa, Alabama has secured significant new funding to undertake a comprehensive roadway improvement project across the municipality. The investment will go towards repaving, repairing, and upgrading streets, highways, and other critical transportation infrastructure in the city.

Why it matters

Tuscaloosa's roads have long been a point of frustration for residents and businesses, with potholes, crumbling pavement, and outdated designs hampering traffic flow and safety. This new funding represents a major opportunity to address longstanding infrastructure challenges and make the city's transportation network more modern, efficient, and reliable.

The details

The funding package, totaling $75 million, will be used for a wide range of roadway projects including resurfacing over 100 miles of city streets, upgrading 20 major intersections, and building new turn lanes and traffic signals to improve traffic flow. City officials say the work will be carried out in phases over the next 3 years.

  • The roadway improvement project is scheduled to begin in April 2026.
  • All work is expected to be completed by the end of 2028.

The players

Tuscaloosa City Council

The governing body of the city of Tuscaloosa that approved the funding and will oversee the infrastructure project.

Mayor Walt Maddox

The mayor of Tuscaloosa who championed the roadway improvement initiative and secured the necessary funding.

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What they’re saying

“This is a transformative investment that will make a real difference in the daily lives of Tuscaloosa residents and businesses.”

— Mayor Walt Maddox (wbrc.com)

“Smooth, safe roads are critical to our city's continued growth and success. This funding will allow us to tackle longstanding infrastructure challenges.”

— City Council President Sarah Powell (wbrc.com)

What’s next

City officials will hold a public meeting in March 2026 to present the full scope of the roadway improvement plan and solicit feedback from residents.

The takeaway

This major infrastructure investment represents a significant commitment by Tuscaloosa's leaders to improve the city's transportation network and enhance the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit there.