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UPDATE: LA 23 lane closures as work begins on Algiers Outfall Canal Bridge
Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 3:45:01 PM
BELLE CHASSE, La. — Beginning Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. until Friday, May 13, 2022 at 5:00 a.m., expect alternating lane closures on LA 23 (Belle Chasse Highway) between Timber Ridge Drive and X Street.

During this time, crews will work on the Algiers Outfall Canal Bridge; widen lanes, install barriers, and demolish the existing bridge rail and deck.

This project is in preparation for the new Belle Chasse Bridge.

Sign up for project updates at bellechassebridge.com. Questions can be submitted to the project team via email at [email protected]. You can also follow @BelleChasseBridge on Facebook and @Bridge_BC on Twitter.

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

Additional Information:
Call 511 or visit www.511la.org for additional 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 Twitter pages.