Update: Reopened; LA 494 (Keyser Ave): 1.77 miles east of Jct. w/ La. 1; Natchitoches, Natchitoches Parish;
Wednesday, July 07, 2021 at 7:18:45 AM
**July 7, 2021**

**UPDATE: REOPENED**
**La. 494 (Keyser Avenue), 1.77 miles east of its junction with La. 1, is OPEN TO TRAFFIC, effective immediately.


June 21, 2021

Road Closure;
LA 494 (Keyser Ave);
1.77 miles east of Jct. w/ La. 1;
Natchitoches, Natchitoches Parish;
Control Section 835-06

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, (LaDOTD), advises the public that La. 494 (Keyser Avenue), 1.77 miles east of its junction with La. 1, will close for a 36” cross drain installation, beginning on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at approximately 8:00 am. This road closure is expected to last approximately two (2) days.

The work will be performed by Regional Construction of Natchitoches, LA, on behalf of Commcare Corporation of Mandeville, LA.

Permit/Detour Section
The detour is as follows:
Eastbound traffic will detour to La. 1 South Bound to La. 119 North Bound to La. 494 West Bound.
West Bound traffic will detour to La. 494 East Bound to La. 119 South Bound to La. 1 North Bound to La. 494 West Bound.

Safety Reminder
All construction activity is weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.

Additional Information
Motorists can access the latest updates on real-time traffic and road conditions using the 511 Traveler Information System by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region on which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Travelers can also access this information by visiting the 511 Traveler Information Web site at www.511la.org. Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Alex_Traffic). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov and the DOTD Facebook page.

Project Contact
Mr. John P. Gagnard, P.E.
Pan American Engineers, LLC
Office: (318) 473-2100
Email: johngagnard@paealex.com