BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 513 over Brushy Bayou, DeSoto Parish
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:09:10 PM
BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 513 over Brushy Bayou, DeSoto Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Monday, December 29, 2025, the LA 513 bridge over Brushy Bayou north of the Pelican community in DeSoto Parish will be closed for replacement.
This bridge is located approximately 1.8 miles north of the intersection with LA 483 (see included map).
The closure is anticipated to last approximately four (4) months, with progress dependent on weather conditions and other factors that may impact construction timelines.
DOTD is sending out this notification on behalf of the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction (OLHC), who is managing construction activities for non-federal aid (NFA) routes. Inquiries regarding this project should be directed to OLHC.
Restrictions/Permits: Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.
Alternate Route: Appropriate detour signage will be in place.
This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.
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. Remember to leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front of you.
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 travel 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 X (Twitter) pages.
Contact Information:
Jarred Reynolds
Brown Construction
225-268-9047
Larry Toups
OLHC Program Lead
985-503-9749
Joseph Ory
OLHC Coordinator
504-578-0096
Map indicates location of bridge closure on LA 513 over Brushy Bayou in DeSoto Parish for the purpose of replacement.
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