**Update: Reopened**; LA 485 at Mallard Hill to Brandon Cotton Rd; Natchitoches Parish
Monday, June 1, 2020 at 3:14:04 PM
6-1-2020
**UPDATE: REOPENED**
**LA 485: Natchitoches Parish
2.0 miles North of LA 6 Intersection At Mallard Hill to Brandon Cotton Road
Control Section: 115-01**
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, (DOTD), advises the public that effective immediately that LA 485, 2 miles north of LA 6 Intersection at Mallard Hill to Brandon Cotton Road, is NOW REOPENED TO ALL TRAFFIC.
Travelers can find information regarding road closures by visiting the 511 Traveler Information website at www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Shreveport_Traf), (@Alex_Traffic), (@Monroe_Traffic). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov.
During unfavorable weather conditions, motorists should drive using the following safety tips:
• Drive slowly and carefully.
• Avoid driving into standing or running water.
• Avoid driving while distracted.
• Avoid using cruise control when visibility is low or road surfaces are wet.
• Always allow for extra driving time.
• Reduce speeds when visibility is low.
• Make sure there is plenty of room between vehicles.
• Avoid using highway overpasses as tornado shelters.
Media Contact
Erin Buchanan, Public Information Officer
Grant, Natchitoches, Sabine, and Winn Parishes
Phone # 318-549-8402
[email protected]
Parish Contacts
Penny Niette
Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent
Office: 318-357-3161
[email protected]
Jeff Mercer
Parish Highway Maintenance Specialist
Office # 318-561-5164
[email protected]
Marcus Connella, M.S., P.E.
Area Engineer for Grant, Natchitoches, and Winn Parishes
Office: (318) 561-5109
[email protected]
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