UPDATE: Alexandria ITS project (cameras, message boards) continues on US 71 in Rapides Parish
Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 1:58:04 PM
UPDATE: Alexandria ITS project (cameras, message boards) continues on US 71 in 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 Rapides Parish.
Beginning on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 7:00 a.m., crews will be installing a guard rail at two locations on US 71 northbound, US 71 south of Gene Ball Road, and US 71 between Donna Lane and Louise Street. The right lane on US 71 northbound will be closed at each location while the contractor is on site.
If work is unable to be complete on Thursday, May 21st, the lane closure will be removed at 4:00 p.m., and reinstalled on Friday, May 22nd so work can resume until completed.
Wide loads up to 18 feet wide can be accommodated.
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