**ROAD CLOSURE* I-49 Southbound Ramp at Exit 86 to US 71/165; Rapides Parish
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 8:53:58 AM
I-49 Southbound Ramp (Exit 86); Rapides Parish
Milepost 32.688; Control Section 455-05
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that the I-49 Southbound Ramp at Exit 86 to US 71/165 will be closed for emergency repairs beginning 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2020.
Permit/Detour Section
All southbound traffic to US 71/165 will be detoured to Exit 90 (LA 498 West) to LA 1 South to US 71/165 South.
All northbound traffic to US 71/165 will be detoured to I-49 South to Exit 84 (US 167 North).
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.
Additional Information
Motorists can access the latest updates on real-time traffic and road conditions using the 511 Traveler Information System by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region on which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Travelers can also access this information by visiting the 511 Traveler Information Web site at www.511la.org. Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Alex Traffic).
Project Contact
Dale Craig, P.E.
District 08 Traffic Engineer
Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development
Office Phone (318) 561-5105
Dale.Craig@la.gov