Westbound Westbank Expressway Closure (US 90B), Orleans Parish -H.014360
NEW ORLEANS — Tonight, the westbound Westbank Expressway (elevated US 90B), coming from the Crescent City Connection Bridge, will be closed at the General De Gaulle Drive overpass from 8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. on Monday, June 6.
Exit 9B (Gen. De Gaulle Drive) and Exit 9A (Terry Parkway/ Frontage Road) will remain open.
During the closure, crews will work to level the approach to the elevated expressway.
Detour/Alternate Route:
- Motorists are strongly encouraged to use the Huey P. Long Bridge to access the Westbank.
- Exit 9B (Gen. De Gaulle Drive) and Exit 9A (Terry Parkway/ Frontage Road) will remain open.
- Motorists can also use the Terry Parkway, Frontage Road Exit (Exit 9A) to access Gen De Gaulle Drive east and the ground level Westbank Expressway.
Drivers are encouraged to sign up for MyDOTD alerts. MyDOTD is a tool people can use to stay connected with DOTD and up-to-date on local projects, lane and road statuses, and other DOTD activity. It is easy to sign up on our website and the alerts are customizable.
Safety Reminder:
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through construction sites, 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 for 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 website at www.511la.org.
Media Contact:
Chris Welty
chris.welty@la.gov