US 71 (MacArthur Drive); Rapides Parish; H.012015
Tuesday, June 04, 2019 at 3:42:39 PM
6/3/2019
RAPIDES PARISH ROAD CONSTRUCTION
LA 1, LA 158 & US 71 Sign Truss & Cantilever
ROUTE US 71
S.P. No. H.012015
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that on Monday, June 10, 2019 at 6:00 pm, night time work will begin on the above referenced project. Lane closures beginning at 9:00 pm through 6:00 am can be expected. Operations will continue approximately 60 days or until work is complete. This will allow for construction of cantilever sign footings and installation of overhead signs along MacArthur Drive. However, thru traffic will be maintained through the project at all times.
The project consists of permanent signing, sign mountings, sign mounting footings and related work.
This contract was awarded to Alpha Service and Products, Inc. at a cost of $535,366.65. This project is expected to be completed within the 125 working days with exceptions for inclement weather.
Permit/Detour section
No restrictions will be implemented on permit loads during this work.
Safety Reminder
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
Additional Information
Call (318) 561-5100 or (800) 542-3509 or 511 or visit www.511LA.org for additional information. Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MYDOTD, the Way to Geaux Application for iPhone or Android devices, the DOTD Facebook page or the LA DOTD Twitter page, @Alex_Traffic for further information and details.
Media Contact Information
Mrs. Erin Buchanan, Public Information Officer
Grant, Natchitoches, Sabine, Rapides and Winn Parishes
Phone # 318-549-8402
Email: erin.buchanan@la.gov
Project Contact
David Pugh – Project Engineer
Phone # 318-627-5522
Email: david.pugh@la.gov