**ROAD CLOSURE** LA 1177; Rapides Parish; Bunkie
Monday, May 04, 2020 at 10:25:06 AM
LA 1177; Rapides Parish
Milepost 0.837; Control Section 840-18
DOT # 427-853T
Union Pacific Railroad
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that LA 1177, Bunkie, Rapides Parish, will be closed at the Union Pacific Railroad Tracks. The work will be done at Milepost 0.837 and is on Control Section 840-18. The closure will be on Thursday, May 7, 2020 from 10:00 AM with a reopen at 7:00 PM. The closure is for Union Pacific to replace the track panel and crossing surface thru the crossing.
The roadway will be closed completely to all traffic during this time. The detour will be LA 1177 to US 71 To LA 1177. The detour can accept oversized loads and will be identified with proper markings for the general public. All emergency agencies will be notified of the Road Closure.
Safety Reminder
All construction activity is weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas 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). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov and the DOTD Facebook page.
Project Contact
Gretchen B. Ferguson
DOTD Statewide Railroad Coordinator
District 08 – Rapides
318-561-5110
Gretchen.Ferguson@la.gov
dotd.la.gov
Statewide 511 Traffic Information