**LANE CLOSURE** I-49; Northbound and Southbound Lane; over Union Pacific Railroad; Rapides Parish
Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 4:25:19 PM
I-49, Rapides Parish
Control Section 455-05
Milepost 36.462, Bridge # 084004550536471 and 084004550536472
Recall 080270 and 080280
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Monday, May 8, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weather permitting, Bridge# 080500520500001 and 084004550536472 on I-49 Northbound and Southbound bridges over Union Pacific Railroad will be reduced to one lane for routine bridge inspection. The bridge is located 1.05 Miles North of LA 498.
Permit/Detour section
No detour will be needed as one lane will be open at all times.
Safety Reminder
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution around the construction sites and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
Additional Information
Motorists can access the latest updates on real-time traffic and road conditions using the 511 Traveler Information System by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region on which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Travelers can also access this information by visiting the 511 Traveler Information Web site at www.511la.org. Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Alex Traffic). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov and the DOTD Facebook page.
Project Contacts
Mr. Rylan Sharbono
Bridge Engineer Intern
Office: (318) 561-5126
Email: [email protected]
Mr. Lance Broom, P.E.
Bridge Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5184
Email: [email protected]
Media Contact
Ms. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer 2
Alexandria District
Phone: (318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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