UPDATE: Seabrook Bridge closed for emergency repairs
Friday, May 13, 2022 at 8:39:39 AM
NEW ORLEANS — The Senator Ted Hickey Bridge (Seabrook Bridge) is expected to reopen within the next six weeks, weather permitting.
Tuesday night, the bridge closed for emergency repairs because of a mechanical issue with the locking mechanism that holds the span in place during normal vehicle traffic. Currently, the replacement bridge components are being manufactured offsite.
While the bridge is closed, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development maintenance crews are cleaning storm drains on the bridge spans and approaches.
Marine traffic will remain open.
Alternate Routes:
US 90 (Chef Menteur Hwy) and I-10
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.
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.