Interstate/highway ramp cleaning to be conducted in Shreveport, Caddo Parish
Thursday, April 01, 2021 at 9:20:44 AM
Interstate/highway ramp cleaning to be conducted in Shreveport, Caddo Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that the City of Shreveport will be conducting interstate/highway ramp cleaning beginning on Monday, April 5, 2021.
These cleanings are scheduled to take place from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. each night through Friday, April 9, 2021.
All ramps on the following interstates/highway will be swept and cleaned as part of this operation:
- I-20: From the Red River to E. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop (LA 526)
- LA 3132: From I-20 to Flournoy Lucas (LA 523)
- I-49: From I-20 to LA 3132 (southern portion of I-49)
This work will not require ramp closures. There will be a rolling work zone utilizing crash attenuators, sweepers, a dump truck, and police escort. Motorists should drive with caution and be aware that these operations are taking place.
In the event of inclement weather, the dates will be extended to Saturday, April 10th and Sunday, April 11th.
Alternate route: N/A
Restrictions/Permits: N/A
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 and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.
Additional information:
Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app 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 wwwsp.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.
Contact information:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov