ROAD CLOSURE – US 79 Truck Bypass from LA 9 to LA 2 in Claiborne Parish
Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 5:10:11 PM

ROAD CLOSURE – US 79 Truck Bypass from LA 9 to LA 2 in Claiborne Parish


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that US 79 Truck Bypass from LA 9 to LA 2 in Homer, Claiborne Parish is CLOSED due to a chemical spill.

Emergency response crews are on scene and DOTD will issue an update when the roadway has been reopened.

Alternate Route: N/A

Restrictions/Permits: N/A

This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.

Safety Reminder:

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

Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking or biking near an active work zone.

Call 511 or visit www.511la.org for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-800-ROAD-511 (1-800-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MYDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.

Contact Information:

Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
District 04
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov