DOTD announces recent start of LA 49/Williams Blvd. road improvement project
Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 1:38:19 PM
Kenner, LA. - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that work has begun on a $2.2 million resurfacing project of a 0.75-mile section of LA 49/Williams Blvd. in Kenner. The work is being conducted between US 61/Airline Hwy. and W. Metairie Rd., and it will connect with the ongoing $15.4 million Williams Blvd. corridor improvement project that is already in progress.
SCOPE OF WORK
The project will include asphalt patching and resurfacing, concrete work (sidewalk and handicapped curb ramps), and pavement striping.
TRAVEL IMPACTS
Work is expected to take place mainly from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting, although weekend work is also allowed. Restrictions during this time will be single lane closures with one lane available to motorists at all times.
No lane closures will be permitted Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., as well as 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Drivers should anticipate delays during work hours and should allow extra time for travel.
Emergency vehicles will have access to this area but may experience delays.
The project is expected to be completed this fall.
SAFETY REMINDER
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
DOTD TRAVEL RESOURCES
DOTD has the following resources in place to assist motorists.
- MyDOTD: Motorists can receive information on local projects, lane and road closures, and other DOTD activity by signing up for MyDOTD at www.dotd.la.gov.
- 511 Traveler Information: Travelers can also find information regarding road closures and traffic by visiting www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511).
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