(UPDATE) **EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE**; US 165 NORTHBOUND LANES; GRANT PARISH
Sunday, March 13, 2016 at 8:28:50 AM
3/13/2016
**UPDATE**

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that this closure has moved from 1.9 miles South of LA 502, to the intersection of LA 502, due to flooding/ high water.

Parish Contacts
Mr. Matt Elkins
Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent
Office: 318-357-3161
matthew.elkins@la.gov

**UPDATE**

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public effective immediately US 165 Northbound & Southbound Lanes; 1.9 Miles South of LA 502, in Grant Parish, are closed due to flooding/ high water.

Parish Contacts
Mr. Matt Elkins
Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent
Office: 318-357-3161
matthew.elkins@la.gov



US 165 Northbound lanes: 1.9 Miles South of La 502 miles; Grant Parish
Control Section No. 015-04

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public effective immediately US 165 Northbound Lane; 1.9 Miles South of LA 502, in Grant Parish, is closed due to flooding/ high water.

Permit/Detour Section
No detours are available at this time.

Travelers can find information regarding road closures by visiting the 511 Traveler Information website at www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Shreveport_Traf), (@Alex_Traffic), (@Monroe_Traffic). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov .

During unfavorable weather conditions, motorists should drive using the following safety tips:
• Drive slowly and carefully.
• Avoid driving into standing or running water.
• Avoid driving while distracted.
• Avoid using cruise control when visibility is low or road surfaces are wet.
• Always allow for extra driving time.
• Reduce speeds when visibility is low.
• Make sure there is plenty of room between vehicles.
• Avoid using highway overpasses as tornado shelters.

Media Contact
Ms. Cindy Dorfner, Public Information Officer
Grant, Natchitoches, Sabine, and Winn Parishes
Phone # 318-549-8402
cindy.dorfner@la.gov

Parish Contacts
Mr. Matt Elkins
Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent
Office: 318-357-3161
matthew.elkins@la.gov