*BRIDGE LANE CLOSURE* US 71 Southbound; Curtis Coleman Bridge; Rapides Parish
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 7:36:27 AM
US 71; Rapides Parish
Control Section 840-43
Milepost 71.256, Bridge # 084000000080664
Recall 080664
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weather permitting, Curtis Coleman Bridge # 084000000080664 on US 71 Southbound over Red River and Fort Buhlow Lake, will be reduced to one lane for routine bridge inspection. The bridge is located 1.0 MI N OF Intersection US 71 and I-49.
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
Rylan Sharbono
Bridge Engineer Intern
Office: (318) 561-5126
Email: [email protected]
Lance Broom, P.E.
Bridge Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5184
Email: [email protected]
Media Contacts
Ms. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer 2
Alexandria Districts
Phone: (318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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