Update: Road Re-Opened; LA 111; Anacoco, Vernon Parish
Monday, March 11, 2024 at 7:19:01 AM
March 11, 2024

Road is re-opened to traffic.



March 7, 2024

Emergency Road Closure & Detour
La Hwy 111
Anacoco, Vernon Parish
Control Section: 133-03

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, (DOTD), advises the public that LA 111, in front of the First Baptist Church of Anacoco, is being closed immediately by the City of Anacoco and DOTD to perform an emergency water line repair. Expected time for completion is March 8, 2024.

Permit/Detour Section
La. 111 to La. 117 to La. 28 to US 171

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.

Media Contact
Mrs. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
Email: erin.buchanan@la.gov

Project Contact
Mr. Charlie Franklin, P.E.
Area Engineer for Sabine and Vernon Parishes
Office: (318) 561-5128
Email: charlie.franklin@la.gov