US 80 at Bayou Lafourche Bridge, Richland Parish
Monday, July 26, 2021 at 3:36:24 PM
US 80 at Bayou Lafourche Bridge, Richland Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, work will begin on a $1.3 million project to repair US 80 from the Bayou Lafourche Bridge eastward approximately 1.44 miles in Richland Parish.
This is located about two miles west of the Start community.
The contractor will begin with clearing and grubbing for the project, which also includes repair and stabilization of the roadway base, pavement patching, asphalt overlay, and related work.
Eastbound and Westbound lane closures will be necessary and motorists should be on the lookout for flagging operations to maintain traffic.
The entire project is anticipated to be complete in Fall 2021, with progress dependent on weather conditions.
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 www.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
Map indicates location of overlay project on US 80 west of Start in Richland Parish.