**BRIDGE RE-OPENED**; La 501; Iron Branch Bridge; Winn Parish
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 11:08:32 AM
**UPDATE**
LA 501; Winn Parish

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that LA 501; Iron Branch Bridge, is NOW OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC.

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**10/25/2021**
** LA 501: IRON BRANCH BRIDGE **

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that beginning Monday, November 1st, 2021 at 6:00 A.M, LA 501 between the LA 126 and LA 1232 will be closed. This work will consist reinforced concrete box culvert replacement. The closure can be expected to last until Friday, January 8th, 2022 at 6:00 P.M.

Permit/Detour section
LA 501 Northbound Detour
Traffic will be detoured West onto LA 156. Traffic will then take a right onto LA 1233 Northbound followed by another right onto LA 126 Eastbound. Traffic will then be detoured back onto LA 501.
LA 501 Southbound Detour
Traffic will be detoured West onto LA 126. Traffic will then take a left onto LA 1233 Southbound followed by another left onto LA 156 Eastbound. Traffic will then be detoured back onto LA 501.
No Permit loads will be allowed on LA 501 between LA 156 and LA 126.

Safety Reminder
All construction activity is weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas 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. David Pugh, P.E.
Winn Parish Project Engineer
Office: (318) 627-5522
Email: david.pugh@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