UPDATE - ROAD CLOSURE: US 71, Alexandria ITS project (cameras, message boards), Rapides Parish
Thursday, May 07, 2020 at 2:45:29 PM
UPDATE - ROAD CLOSURE: US 71, Alexandria ITS project (cameras, message boards), Rapides Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that work continues on the project to install traffic cameras and digital message boards along US 71 (MacArthur Drive) in Alexandria, Rapides Parish.
On Monday, May 11, 2020, crews will be working off the shoulder of US 71 northbound. The location is south of Gene Ball Road. The US 71 northbound service road (Jimmy Hoyt Road) will be closed. Local traffic only will be permitted.
This closure is scheduled to take place from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Alexandria Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Phase 3 project involves installing six live-stream cameras and two Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) at several locations along US 71.
The entire project is expected to be complete and the cameras available for public use in late 2020.
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.
Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.
Call 511 or visit www.511la.org for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call I-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). 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
Alexandria District
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov