**LANE CLOSURE** I-49; Northbound Lane over Bayou Boeuf; Rapides Parish
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at 8:47:24 AM
Rapides Parish, I-49
Milepost 72, Bridge# 455-05-1704-1
Control Section 455-05
Recall N0. 080190


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that Bridge # 455-05-1704-1 on I-49 (Northbound) over Bayou Boeuf has been reduced to one lane for emergency bridge railing repairs. The bridge is on I-49 (Northbound) over Bayou Boeuf and is located 1.48-miles south of LA 3265 (Woodworth exit).

This lane closure will remain in effect until repairs are completed.

Permit/Detour section

No detour will be needed as one lane will be open at all times

Safety Reminder
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution around the construction sites 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
Mr. Lance Broom, P.E.
Bridge Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5184
Email: Lance.Broom@la.gov

Media Contact
Ms. Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer 2
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov