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Update: Road Open: Bethel Road Bridge over Slash Bayou Tributary; Rapides Parish; H.013120
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 10:08:18 AM
12/6/2023

Bethel Road Bridge over Slash Bayou Tributary
Buckeye, Rapides Parish

SPN: H.013120
Structure No. 084000000000176

**UPDATE**
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that the bridge construction work on Bethel Road in Deville is complete and now open to the traveling public. No further impact to traffic is anticipated in association with this project.




June 8, 2023

Bethel Road Bridge over Slash Bayou Tributary
Buckeye, Rapides Parish
SPN: H.013120
Structure No. 084000000000176

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that beginning Monday, June 19, 2023 at 7:00 am, weather permitting, Bethel Road (Bridge) work will begin. Bethel Road will be closed ¼ of a mile from the intersection of Hwy 1207. This work is needed to replace an existing timber bridge with a new concrete slab span bridge.

This is an off system bridge project for the Rapides Parish Highway Department that was awarded to Merrick Construction, LLC in the amount of $1,189,285.30. This work is expected to last approximately 4 months.

Permit/Detour Section
There are no detours at this time.

Safety Reminder
All construction activity is weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas 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. Steve Buskie, P.E.
Rapides Parish Project Engineer
Office: (318) 487-5719
Email: [email protected]

Corey Ashmore
Public Works Director
Rapides Parish Highway Department
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 473-6603

Mrs. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer 3
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
Email: [email protected]