New CNG Facility: Powering a Cleaner, Smarter Transit Future

Building the Future of Transit in Birmingham and Jefferson County

The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) is proud to announce plans for a new state-of-the-art Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fueling station and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Facility in Forestdale.

Supported by a $25 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, this project represents a major investment in cleaner energy, safer operations, and long-term sustainability for our region.

What’s Coming to Forestdale

The new Forestdale facility will be designed to support a diverse fleet of up to 200 buses, including:

  • Diesel
  • Electric
  • Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
  • Future hydrogen vehicles

The facility will include:

  • A modern CNG fueling station
  • Bus wash facility
  • Multiple service and maintenance bays
  • Extensive parts storage
  • Dedicated training spaces for operators and mechanics

This comprehensive O&M facility ensures our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards while supporting the growth of clean and emerging transit technologies.

Cleaner Air. Healthier Communities.

This project is about more than infrastructure, it’s about impact.

By investing in cleaner fuel options like CNG and preparing for electric and hydrogen vehicles, BJCTA is helping to:

  • Reduce harmful emissions
  • Improve local air quality
  • Support a healthier environment for residents and riders
  • Lower long-term operational costs

This investment strengthens BJCTA’s role as a leader in sustainable transit for Birmingham and Jefferson County.

Project Updates

January 17, 2026 Smithfield Estates Neighborhood Meeting. The neighborhood voted in favor of rezoning the property from commercial to light industrial use. 

RFP Issued  [insert info about this]

Upcoming Meeting

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