ST. MARTINVILLE, LA - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that LA 96 (East Bridge Street), between New Market Street and Pinaud Street, will be closed on Friday, April 7, to perform a manual opening of the bridge for marine traffic.

The work is estimated to take place from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The detour route will include LA 347, LA 92 and LA 31.

DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.

DOTD apologizes for any inconvenience this necessary work may cause.