DOTD begins project to realign segments of LA 495 in Natchitoches Parish
Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 12:27:38 PM
DOTD begins project to realign segments of LA 495 in Natchitoches Parish
NATCHITOCHES PARISH, La. - Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that construction began on Monday, November 9, 2026 on LA 495 near Cloutierville in Natchitoches Parish, aimed at restoring connectivity and roadway integrity for the community.
This work is concentrated at two sites located 1.2 and 2.1 miles north of LA 495’s southern intersection with LA 1. LA 495 at the northernmost site was previously closed to thru traffic and will remain closed during construction.
The intent of this $1.3 million project is realign two segments of LA 495 where large embankment slides that originated off the DOTD right-of-way have undermined the roadway.
The work associated with this project includes clearing and grubbing, excavation and embankment to construct the new roadway alignment, base course, and asphaltic concrete pavement.
The work associated with this project should take approximately 4 months to complete, with progress dependent on weather conditions and other factors that can impact construction timelines.
The project was awarded to Regional Construction, LLC.
Permit/Detour section
Thru traffic will not be allowed passage while under construction. Local traffic between sites will be maintained during construction. The northbound detour route for this project will be via LA 1 north to LA 495. The southbound detour will be via LA 1 south to LA 495.
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 excercise 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 travel 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 X (Twitter) pages.
Project Contact
Mr. Jared Taylor, M.S.E.M, P.E.
DOTD Project Engineer
Grant, Winn, and Natchitoches Parishes
Office: (318) 627-5522
Email: [email protected]
Media Contact
Ms. Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Alexandria District
Office: 318-549-8402
Email: [email protected]
*image attached: map depicting project area for LA 495 realignment in Natchitoches Parish
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