Litter costs rising across Alabama highways, taking dollars away from road improvements

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July 10th, 2026

Keeping Alabama’s roads clean is costing more each year — and its money that could otherwise go toward improving safety and infrastructure.

On average, the Alabama Department of Transportation is spending an additional $200,000 to $300,000 annually on litter pickup statewide. In fiscal year 2024, the total cost reached $9.4 million. The latest figures show that number climbing again in fiscal year 2025.

Litter costs rising across Alabama highways, taking dollars away from road improvements