Search


DOTD Announcements
**LANE CLOSURE** I-49 Southbound & Northbound; Milepost 85 - Milepost 87; Rapides Parish
Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 8:29:39 AM
I-49 (Northbound and Southbound), Rapides Parish
Milepost 85 through Milepost 87
Control Section 455-05


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 through Friday, June 28, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day, weather permitting, from milepost 85 to milepost 87, on I-49 (Northbound and Southbound) the left lane will be closed for routine bridge maintenance. The lane closure is located at the elevated portion of the interstate through Alexandria, LA., approximately from the US 167/I-49 interchange to North of the US 71/I-49 interchange.

Permit/Detour section
No detour will be needed as one lane will remain 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 Contact
Mr. Charlie Franklin, P.E.
Bridge Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5107
Email: [email protected]

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