REMINDER: CCC Decorative Lighting Project; HOV evening closures Tues-Wed
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 12:10:47 PM
New Orleans - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises motorists that the barriers blocking the inner lanes of the Crescent City Connection Eastbound bridge (HOV) will be removed over the next two nights. The HOV lane will be unavailable from 7 PM - 4 AM on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Please take note of the following schedule for the Eastbound Bridge:

Current Until 7 PM, Tuesday, August 27:
  • HOV is open in its current one-lane configuration.

Tuesday, August 27 and Wednesday, August 28:
  • HOV will be fully closed between 7 PM and 4 AM.
  • HOV will be open from 4 AM to 7 PM.
  • Starting at 4 AM on Thursday, August 29, HOV will be reopened in its original two-lane configuration.

The west-bound CCC barriers will be removed by August 31.

Additional Notes:
  • The project has implemented an innovative traffic management system to assist drivers during lane closures. It features digital message signs to inform motorists in real time of changing conditions ahead, such as slowing or stopping traffic.
  • In an emergency involving necessary evacuation, the contractor will remove any barriers within an allotted period to allow full access to travel lanes. If this were to occur, DOTD would release information on timing to the public as soon as possible.

Safety Notice:
DOTD deeply appreciates your patience and understanding during this necessary closure. We understand the inconvenience this may cause and assure you that we are working diligently to finish this project as quickly and safely as possible. We kindly remind motorists to drive cautiously through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment; ensuring everyone's safety is our top priority.

Additional Information:
Visit www.511la.org or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional travel and road condition information. Motorists may also monitor the DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, sign up via email for MyDOTD notifications, and follow us on social media at Facebook and X.