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DOTD Announcements
*LANE CLOSURE* US 167; Southbound; Pineville Expressway; Rapides Parish
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 2:49:50 PM
Rapides Parish, US-167 (SB) Pineville Expressway
Milepost 2.74, Bridge # 023-01-0274-2
Control Section 023-01
Recall No. 039620


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that Bridge #023-01-0274-2 on US 167 (SB) Pineville Expressway) will be reduced to one lane for joint repairs from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 and Wednesday, April 3, 2024. The bridge is located on US 167, Southbound, Pineville Expressway over frontage roads, city street, and KCS railroad. It's located 0.82 miles north of the Red River adjacent to the Louisiana Christian University.

**Please note the entrance ramp to US 167 (SB) Pineville Expressway) located adjacent to Louisiana Christian University will be closed during the lane closures.**

Permit/Detour section
No detour will be necessary as the bridge will be reduced to one 12’ lane. Please no wide loads.

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 Contact
Mr. Franklin, PE
Bridge Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5107
Email: [email protected]

Media Contact
Ms. Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer 2
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
[email protected]