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DOTD Announcements
NOW OPEN - LA 577 south of Waverly in Madison Parish
Monday, May 5, 2025 at 8:11:35 AM

***NOW OPEN: LA 577 in Madison Parish***


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Monday, April, 28, 2025, the LA 577 Bridge over Sutt Bayou will be closed to thru traffic.

This bridge is located approximately 1.7 miles south of its intersection with I-20, south of Waverly, in Madison Parish.

This bridge closure is necessary to allow for routine bridge maintenance.

The LA 577 bridge closure is anticipated to last 1 week, and should be reopened Friday, May 2, 2025.

DOTD reminds motorists to NEVER drive around ‘road closed’ barricades at any time for any reason.

Restrictions/Permits:

Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.

Alternate Route:

A detour route will be signed and provided for the duration of the closure.

Safety reminder:

DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.

Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.

Additional information:

Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.

Contact Information:

Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]