Reviewed by: Michael Seale
I-65 closing Tuesday evening, June 2, near Lacon—plan now
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Heads up to travelers south of Morgan County headed north on Interstate 65 this week: Prepare for a detour to US-31 north near Lacon starting at 6PM Tuesday, June 2, continuing into Wednesday, June 3.
ALDOT announced the I-65 closing at Exit 318 in southern Morgan County to repair the deck of the northbound I-65 bridge over the CSX railroad.
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More details on the northbound I-65 closing + detour
- Timing: The closure and detour will last as long as required for crews to complete the repairs, which depends on both weather and train traffic.
- Wide loads: Detour at Exit 310 in Cullman, take SR-157 northbound to SR-24 eastbound in Moulton + then SR-67 northbound to SR-20 eastbound in Decatur.
- Passenger + commercial traffic: A temporary signal at the junction of US-31 and the northbound off-ramp at Exit 318 will regulate traffic. From US-31:
- Passenger traffic can take Thompson Road in Hartselle to I-65.
- Commercial traffic must continue north on US-31 to SR-67 in Decatur + return to I-65 in Priceville.
- What about current US-31 closures?
- For the duration of the I-65 closing, ALDOT will temporarily reopen the northbound segment that has been closed for concrete slab replacement.
- US-31 southbound between Lacon Road/Old Highway 31 and I-65 will remain closed.
- Stay alert: Message boards + signs will be up for directions + state troopers will assist with traffic control.
Tip: Get the ALGO Traffic app or visit ALGOtraffic.com for real-time traffic and road condition info.
ALDOT to replace the bridges soon
ALDOT is currently in the design phase to replace the I-65 bridges over the CSX railroad and Flint Creek to the south. The department anticipates offering this project for bids in late fall 2027.
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