US 165 at Richwood sidewalk construction, Ouachita Parish
Friday, January 17, 2020 at 3:48:27 PM

US 165 at Richwood sidewalk construction, Ouachita Parish


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that sidewalks will be constructed along both sides of US 165 in Ouachita Parish starting near Richwood High School (log mile 1.553) and ending near Ollie Burns Public Library (log mile 2.425).

Work is expected to begin mid-February 2020 and wrap up in Summer 2020, with progress dependent on weather conditions.

Shoulders closest to work zones will be closed to provide for worker safety and for handling of construction equipment.

Permit / Detour section: N/A (No detour is necessary for this project)
Restrictions: Outside shoulder closure

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
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov