**LANE CLOSURE** I-49 Northbound and Southbound Lanes; over Kisatchie Bayou; Natchitoches Parish
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 2:56:26 PM
I-49, Natchitoches Parish
Control Section 455-06
Logmile 17.750, Milepost 127.025
Bridge # 083504550617701 and 083504550617702
Recall 804290 and 804300


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weather permitting, Bridge# 083504550617701 and 083504550617702 on I-49 Northbound and Southbound bridges over KISATCHIE BAYOU will be reduced to one lane for routine bridge inspection. The bridge is located 7.29 MI. NORTH OF LA 119.

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 Contacts
Rylan Sharbono
Bridge Engineer Intern
Office: (318) 561-5126
Email: rylan.sharbono@la.gov

Lance Broom, P.E.
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