Railroad crossing improvements for the installation of cantilever with gates, bells, signals, mast mounted signal with bells and gates, signs, marking

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $1,843,119.64 to the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Office Engineer Division on September 17, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). This formula grant funds railroad crossing safety improvements at the Moffett Road and Ale Railroad crossing (DOT No. 304232G, Ref. No. 1577) in Alabama. The project deliverables include installation of a cantilever structure with gates, bells, signals, mast-mounted signal equipment with bells and gates, directional signs, and associated markings and legends at the crossing.

The project is scheduled for completion by September 30, 2029, allowing for comprehensive design, permitting, procurement, and installation activities typical of railroad crossing safety infrastructure projects. As Alabama's primary transportation infrastructure agency, ALDOT will manage all project execution, including labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to enhance safety and operational efficiency at this railroad-highway grade crossing. This award aligns with the Highway Planning and Construction program's emphasis on transportation safety improvements and infrastructure preservation across the nation's highway system.

Project description

Railroad crossing improvements for the installation of cantilever with gates, bells, signals, mast mounted signal with bells and gates, signs, marking and legends at moffett road and ALE railroad, DOT no. 304232G, REF. No. 1577