MANDEVILLE, La. – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a full overnight closure of St. Joseph Street at U.S. Highway 190 from 8 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2013, to 6 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 7 while crews install a new drainage culvert under St. Joseph Street as part of the ongoing construction of an $11.3 million widening project. 

Motorists may detour via various local and state routes in the area. By law, oversize loads are not allowed to travel at night. All planned construction activities are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather.

DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is committed to delivering transportation and public works systems that enhance the quality of life. In addition to more than 16,600 miles of roadway, including over 930 miles of interstate and 13,000 bridges, DOTD supports the development of the state’s aviation, marine and rail infrastructures. Through this work, we are able to facilitate economic development, create job opportunities, improve vital evacuation routes, and make critical freight corridors safer and more efficient.

For more information, please visit www.dotd.la.gov, email dotdcs@la.gov, or call DOTD’s Customer Service Center at (225) 379-1232 or 1-877-4LADOTD (1-877-452-3683). Business hours are 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Motorists can access up-to-date travel information by dialing 511 or by visiting www.511la.org. Out of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511)

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