Mobile River Bridge project advances as ALDOT, KMT begin pre-construction work
Alabama Political Reporter
Staff
May 7, 2025
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As part of the design and pre-construction phase, KMT has launched a Pile Load Test Program aimed at evaluating the structural integrity of the concrete foundation piles that will support the new bridge. Testing will occur at six locations along the proposed bridge route and will involve 24-inch square precast concrete piles.
The testing is scheduled to take place between May and August, with work occurring from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Prior to testing, crews will mobilize equipment and materials, including cranes, support vehicles and concrete piles. ALDOT stated that the testing phase is not expected to affect traffic on Interstate 10.
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Word is that actual construction on the bridge could begin late this year. I'll believe it when I see it, but it seems like things are actually moving along. I think ground testing has already been completed. This thing might actually be finished before I'm 40! I'd really like to see official renderings. I'd hate for this to be just some run-of-the-mill cable stayed bridge...
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