UPDATE - COMPLETE: I-20 westbound at LA 526 overpass, Caddo Parish
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 11:20:13 AM
UPDATE - COMPLETE: I-20 westbound at LA 526 overpass, Caddo Parish
(UPDATE 6/14/2022): The repair work on the LA 526 (Bert Kouns) overpass over I-20 westbound in Shreveport is complete. There will be no further nightly traffic diversions for I-20. We appreciate the patience of the traveling public while this work was underway.
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Previous notification (6/3/2022):
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development reminds motorists that beginning on Monday, June 6, 2022, both westbound lanes of I-20 at the US 80/LA 526 (Bert Kouns Industrial Loop) overpass in west Shreveport, Caddo Parish will be closed nightly.
This nighttime only closure is necessary to allow the contractor to begin repairs on the overpass that was damaged after it was struck by an illegal over-height load in late 2021.
This work is scheduled to take place from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. each night for approximately ten days, depending on weather on other factors.
As part of the interstate closure, traffic will be routed to a diversion cross-over that has already been constructed by DOTD crews at the interchange.
DOTD is continually working to ensure the efficient flow of traffic once repairs are underway, though motorists should anticipate some possible delays and plan an alternate route if possible.
The bridge is currently load posted at 5 tons, meaning no vehicles heavier than 5 tons can legally cross until repairs are complete and the posting removed. The load posting is in the interest of the safety of the traveling public.
DOTD bridge inspectors discovered the damaged bridge girders during a routine inspection.
The incident was not reported to law enforcement at the time the overpass was struck. If anyone has information, they are encouraged to contact DOTD District 04 Headquarters at (318) 549-8300.
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 1-888-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