BRIDGE CLOSURE: US 167 (Pineville Expressway) southbound, Rapides Parish
Monday, August 11, 2025 at 5:12:30 PM
BRIDGE CLOSURE: US 167 (Pineville Expressway) southbound, Rapides Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises motorists that on Sunday, August 17, 2025, the US 167 (Pineville Expressway) southbound bridge over Wadley St., railroad tracks, and 4th St. in the City of Pineville, Rapides Parish will be closed.
This bridge closure is scheduled to take place from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for one day, and is necessary to allow DOTD crews to perform bridge maintenance work.
This bridge is located approximately 0.82 miles north of the Red River (see included map).
Permit/Detour section:
Detour will be via LA 1250/Melrose Street. Signage will be in place directing motorists through the detour.
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) 561-5186
Email: [email protected]
Media Contact:
Ms. Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
[email protected]
Map indicates location of bridge closure & detour on US 167 (Pineville Expressway) SB in Rapides Parish.
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