**LANE CLOSURE** US 165; Curtis Coleman Memorial Bridge; Southbound lane; Rapides Parish
Monday, May 10, 2021 at 3:09:17 PM
Rapides Parish, US 165 - Curtis Coleman Memorial Bridge
Milepost 71.14, Bridge# 840-43-0113-2
Control Section 840-43
Recall 080664


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Thursday, May 20, 2021 from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, weather permitting, Bridge# 840-43-0113-2 on US 165 (southbound) over Red River will be reduced to one lane for routine bridge inspections. The bridge is on US 165 and is located 1 mile north of I-49.

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
Charlie Franklin, P.E.
Bridge Inspection
Office: (318) 561-5128
Email: charlie.franklin@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