**LANE CLOSURE** LA 8 over Big Creek; Grant Parish
Monday, October 03, 2022 at 9:36:07 AM
Grant Parish, LA 8
Milepost 2.99, Bridge # 040-03-0302-1
Control Section 040-03
Recall No. 037110


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that Bridge # 040-03-0302-1 on LA 8 over Big Creek will be reduced to one lane for bridge inspection from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Thursday, October 6, 2022. This structure is on LA 8 over Big Creek and is located 3.02 miles east of US 165 near Pollack.

Permit/Detour section
No detour is needed due to one lane being open at all times with flagmen.

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. Lance Broom, PE
Bridge Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5184
Email: Lance.Broom@la.gov

Media Contact
Ms. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer 2
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov