EMERGENCY LANE CLOSURE: I-49 northbound near Exit 61 (Meeker/Turkey Creek), Rapides Parish
Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:21:11 PM
EMERGENCY LANE CLOSURE: I-49 northbound near Exit 61 (Meeker/Turkey Creek), Rapides Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that the northbound inside (left) lane of I-49 northbound in Rapides Parish, approximately one mile north of Exit 61 (Meeker/Turkey Creek), is closed.
This lane closure is necessary due to a crash involving an 18-wheeler that impacted a bridge piling along I-49.
This lane will remain closed until repairs can be conducted, which is anticipated to be several weeks. A more specific time frame will be available once the bridge inspected is conducted and a repair plan is formalized.
Restrictions/Permits: Oversized loads are to detour utilizing US 71. All other vehicles – no detour is necessary.
Alternate Route: N/A
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:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Alexandria District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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