**LANE CLOSURES** LA 1; Simmesport Bridge; Avoyelles Parish
Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 2:17:01 PM
Avoyelles Parish, LA 1
Milepost 212.81, Bridge # 0520500001
Control Section 052-05
Recall #036110

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that Bridge Number 0520500001 (Simmesport Bridge) will undergo in-depth bridge inspection from Monday, May 3, 2021 through Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Alternating lane closures will be in effect, with flaggers, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day.

This bridge inspection is part of normal processes required to insure the continued safe operation of this bridge.

This structure is on LA 1 over the Atchafalaya River at Simmesport, LA and is located at log mile 0.00. Bridge is located 0.18 miles east of the LA 1/LA 105 intersection on the Avoyelles and Point Coupee Parish line.

Permit/Detour section
Bridge will be reduced to one 12-foot lane with flagmen directing traffic. Please no wide loads.

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
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov