The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that LA 97 (Evangeline Highway) in the northbound direction, between I-10 and Ben Monic Drive, will be closed on Tuesday, February 20, for routine bridge inspection.

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

Two way traffic will be maintained utilizing a flagging operation.

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.