DOTD provides list of latest road closures due to winter weather
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 8:15:52 AM
Baton Rouge, LA - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the most current list of roadway closures due to the winter weather. The department continues to warn motorists to avoid traveling, if possible, on portions of I-20 in the northern area of the state. Delays and congestion are present on I-20 westbound between Bienville and Ouachita parishes due to stalled and stopped 18-wheelers. In general, travelers should try to avoid I-20 in both directions between Arcadia and Monroe. DOTD crews continue their nonstop efforts to work with Louisiana State Police and other agencies to clear the roadways and get traffic flowing. However, hours-long delays are possible due to the length of time it takes to restore traffic flow in the current conditions. This is an active situation, so DOTD will provide additional updates as necessary.
There are some roads around the state reopening as conditions improve, but motorists should continue to exercise caution since black ice may be present in certain areas. DOTD personnel statewide continue to use de-icing materials as a precaution against potential black ice.
The most up-to-date information about roadway closures can be found at this link.
- Bossier Parish
- LA 154 in both directions from Houghton Rd. to Lakeview Circle (Lake Bistineau Bridge)
- LA 3 overpass over the KCS railroad tracks in both directions
- Caddo Parish
- Greenwood Rest Area (located along I-20 east at mile marker 2)
- I-220 east ramp to I-49 north
- I-49 south ramp to I-220 east
- I-49 north from LA 526 to I-20
- I-49 south from I-20 to LA 3132
- LA 3132 west ramp to I-49 south
- Catahoula Parish
- Duty ferry (LA 559) closed
- DeSoto Parish
- LA 175 between LA 5 and LA 3015 south of Kingston
- Ouachita Parish
- Entrance ramp from St John St. to I-20 west
- I-20 east exit ramp to Garrett Rd. (Pecanland Mall fly ramp) (Exit 120)
- U.S. 165B/LA 15 bridge (Lee Joyner Memorial Expressway Bridge)
- LA 3280/Endom Bridge
- I-20 east entrance ramp from LA 34 (Stella/Mill St. fly ramp)
- LA 546 overpass over the KCS railroad tracks
- LA 546 overpass over I-20
- I-20 east and west entrance ramps from 5th St.
- I-20 east exit ramp split to the civic center (Exit 116B)
- I-20 east exit ramp to Hall St. (Exit 117A)
- I-20 west exit ramp to Layton Ave./S. 2nd St. (Exit 117D)
DOTD’s emergency personnel will continue to monitor upcoming weather situations and will scout the area for safety on the roadways. In addition, DOTD crews will continue to apply brine/salt to bridges and overpasses as needed in addition to the pre-treatment that has already occurred.
DOTD reminds motorists that it is unsafe and unlawful to drive onto a closed road past a “road closed” barricade at any time for any reason. Drivers should avoid being on the roadways if travel is not absolutely necessary during inclement weather events.
Safety reminder:
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through areas that may be affected by accumulations of ice on the roadways, especially on elevated surfaces. Please be on the lookout for crews and their equipment.
Visit www.511la.org or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional information. Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MYDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and X pages.
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