Cities and counties throughout much of the Yellowhammer State can now look forward to several improved roads and bridges, thanks to new funding approved by Gov. Kay Ivey.

The funding for the improvements is through the Annual Grant Program, which was provided by the Rebuild Alabama Act which was passed overwhelmingly by the Legislature

“I am proud to announce today’s latest installment of road and bridge projects, a testament to our enduring dedication to improving our state’s infrastructure in all 67 counties,” Ivey said. “For several years now, Rebuild Alabama has been the bedrock of progress, and our state continues to see its transformative impact.

“We are taking tangible steps toward safer, more efficient travel, and there is more to come.”

Of the awarded projects, cities and counties also contributed more than $2.3 million in local funds, but atching funds are not required to be eligible. It is expected that a number of projects will be under contract by the end of this year.

All projects are required to move forward within one year of the awarding funds.

With this round, more than $141 million in state transportation funding has been awarded through the local grant programs in all 67 counties.

For more information about the Annual Grant Program, visit  https://www.dot.state.al.us/programs/RAAGrantProgram.html.

Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News.