UPDATE - RAMP CLOSURE: I-20 westbound at Spring/Market St (Exit 19A), Caddo Parish
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 1:59:35 PM

UPDATE - RAMP CLOSURE: I-20 westbound at Spring/Market St (Exit 19A), Caddo Parish


UPDATE (5/18/2021): Due to anticipated inclement weather, this ramp closure has been RESCHEDULED for the night of Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at the same time listed below. Thank you for your patience.
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Original notification:

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Exit 19A (Spring/Market Street) from I-20 westbound will be closed.

This closure is scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. on May 18th and last until 6:00 a.m. on May 19th, and is necessary to allow for repairs to the crash attenuator at this location.

A crash attenuator, also known as an impact attenuator, is a device intended to reduce damage to structures, vehicles, and lessen injuries to motorists resulting from a collision. These devices are designed to absorb the colliding vehicle’s energy.

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