*LANE CLOSURE* LA 473 over Bayou Toro; Rapides Parish
Thursday, June 02, 2022 at 4:33:37 PM
LA 473, Rapides Parish
Milepost 1.755, Bridge # 084303570101601
Control Section 357-01
Recall 042332


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Friday, June 10, 2022 from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, weather permitting, Bridge# 084303570101601 on LA 473 over BAYOU TORO will be reduced to one lane for routine bridge inspection. The bridge is located 1.6 MI EAST OF LA 191.

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
Mr. Charlie Franklin, P.E.
Bridge Engineer
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