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DOTD Announcements
**ONE LANE BRIDGE CLOSURE** US 71 over Saline Bayou; Natchitoches Parish
Monday, May 8, 2023 at 3:37:46 PM
US 71; Natchitoches Parish
Control Section 009-05
Milepost 119.56, Bridge # 083500090500001
Recall 037730


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weather permitting, Bridge # 083500090500001 on US 71 over Saline Bayou will be reduced to one lane for routine bridge inspection. The bridge is located .7 MI. N OF INT LA 477.

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
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
[email protected]