UPDATE - RAMP CLOSURE: I-20 eastbound at Traffic Street, Bossier Parish
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 9:21:12 AM

UPDATE - RAMP CLOSURE: I-20 eastbound at Traffic Street, Bossier Parish


(UPDATE 4/26/2023): This work has been rescheduled to take place on the night of Thursday, May 4, 2023.
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(Original notification):

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that on the night of Thursday, April 27, 2023, the I-20 eastbound off-ramp at Exit 19B (Traffic Street) in Bossier City will be closed.

This closure is scheduled to take place from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and is necessary to allow for crash attenuator repair at this location.

A crash attenuator, also known as an impact attenuator, is a device intended to reduce the damage to structures, vehicles, and lessen injuries to motorists resulting from a collision. These devices are designed to absorb the colliding vehicle’s energy.

Alternate route: Detour signage will be in place.

Restrictions/Permits: N/A

This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.

Safety reminder:

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.

Additional information:

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.

Contact Information:

Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov