DOTD announces hazardous weather protocol for Black Bayou Bridge and Grand Lake Bridge
Thursday, October 08, 2020 at 8:36:06 AM
DOTD announces hazardous weather protocol for Black Bayou Bridge and Grand Lake Bridge
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces if conditions become too hazardous to operate the Black Bayou Bridge and Grand Lake Bridge, DOTD will follow the US Coast Guard approved protocol for moveable bridges on the Intracoastal Waterway.
Black Bayou and Grand Lake Bridges will remain in service for vehicle and marine traffic as long as it is safe to operate. If conditions become too hazardous to operate, the Black Bayou Bridge will remain open to motorists, and the Grand Lake Bridge will remain closed to motorists. Conditions are deemed too hazardous when 39 MPH sustained winds are detected.
DOTD will continue to monitor weather conditions and will announce if this protocol becomes necessary.
For up-to-date information on the ferries, road closures and other incidents, check http://www.511la.org before you travel.