Shelby County Rail Closures This Week | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Shelby County’s traffic is about to get seriously disrupted—starting July 9th, over a dozen railroad crossings will be shut down for maintenance, with some closed up to three days. Key routes like SR 119, Industrial Road, and Fulton Springs Road are hit one after another, with detours mandatory. While necessary for long-term safety and efficiency, commuters brace for longer trips and unexpected jams. Plan ahead, check signs, and maybe find a new route—this week’s chaos is unavoidable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…