Slow Traffic Expected With DOTD Announcing More Lane Closures
As the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development continues its annual routine bridge inspections, they have announced a number of intermittent lane closures that motorists will need to be aware of next week.
In the DOTD Northwest Louisiana region, drivers will want to be aware of the following intermittent lane closures:
- Monday, July 15: US 84 (E. Carrol Street) bridge over the Red River in Coushatta, Red River Parish.
- Tuesday, July 16: I-20 bridge over Lakeshore Drive and KCS Railroad tracks in Shreveport, Caddo Parish. This bridge is located just west of the I-20/I-49 interchange.
- Saturday, July 20: I-49 northbound and southbound bridge over KCS Railroad tracks and various city streets. This bridge is located just south of LA 511 (70th Street).
These intermittent lane closures will take place from approximately 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on the designated days. Motorists are urged to drive with caution through the bridge inspection zone, and be aware that crews and equipment will be on site.
Of course, this work will be performed "Weather Permitting", so inclement weather could postpone, extend or delay expecting work days/hours.
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.
Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.