Alternating Lane Closures; I-49: 2 Miles North of LA 3265 – 4 Miles North of LA 1; H.011938;
Monday, September 9, 2024 at 4:22:28 PM
9/9/2024
I-49: 2 Miles North of LA 3265 – 4 Miles North of LA 1 SPN H.011938 Rapides Parish Control Section: 455-05
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, (DOTD), advises the public that beginning Monday, September 9th, 2024 at 7:00 pm, weather permitting, construction will begin on the I-49 North bound off ramp at exit 83 and exit 84. Alternating lane closures are expected to last from 7:00 pm until 7:00 am each day. The lane closures described above will allow for the installation of new overhead signs. This phase of the project is expected to end Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 7:00 am.
This construction project consists of replacing traffic signs, and related work.
The contract was awarded to Alpha Service And Products, Inc. in the amount of $1,988,131.20
Permit/Detour section There are no detours at this time associated with the lane closures.
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 Contact Mr. Steve Buskie, P.E. Rapides Parish Project Engineer Office: (318) 487-5719 Email: [email protected]
Media Contact Erin Buchanan Public Information Officer District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes Office: (318) 549-8402 [email protected]
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