UPDATE - REOPENED: LA 505, Jackson Parish
Friday, February 21, 2020 at 3:25:45 PM
UPDATE: LA 505 between US 167 and the Jackson Parish Line near Wyatt Community that was previously closed due to high water has been REOPENED.
DOTD wants to remind the traveling public to please do not to drive though water or around barricades.
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Emergency Road Closure Due to Flooding/High Water
LA 505; Between US 167 and the Jackson/Winn Parish Line near the Wyatt Community
Jackson Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public effective immediately that LA 505, from US 167 near the Wyatt Community to the Jackson/Winn Parish Line, will be closed to thru traffic due to Flooding/High Water. This Road Closure will remain in effect until the water recedes.
Permit/Detour Section
No detours are available at this time.
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:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Monroe District
Phone: (318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov
Other DOTD Contact:
Jeff Shapiro
Area Engineer
Office: 318-251-5068
jeff.shapiro@la.gov