The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that the inside lane and shoulder of I-49 Southbound at Exit 19 – US 190 (Opelousas/Baton Rouge), will be closed on Thursday, February 8, for routine bridge inspection.

This closure will take place from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., weather permitting.

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.