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DOTD Announcements
**BRIDGE Re-Opened** Jackson St. Bridge; US 165 Business; Rapides Parish
Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 11:58:04 AM
1/25/2026
Jackson Street Bridge; US 165 Business
Alexandria, Rapides Parish;
Bridge #08400150100111;
Control Section 015-01**

Bridge is reopened to the traveling public.




**Bridge Closure Due to Weather**
Jackson Street Bridge; US 165 Business
Alexandria, Rapides Parish;
Bridge #08400150100111;
Control Section 015-01**

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that the Jackson Street Bridge over the Red River is closed effective immediately to inclement weather conditions to vehicle traffic and marine traffic.

Safety Reminder
DOTD urges motorists to use extra caution when traveling on roadways during hazardous weather conditions and stay off the roads whenever possible. Motorists should drive slowly and carefully, and avoid driving while distracted. Always allow for extra driving time, reduce speeds when visibility is low, and make sure there is plenty of room between vehicles. At this time, motorists should only travel for emergencies and if they must travel, will need to use EXTREME caution. DOTD will be monitoring the bridges and elevated structures for ice and its forces will be ready to apply salt over affected bridges, remove fallen trees from the roadway, and close routes as needed.

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.

Contact
District 08 Emergency Operation Center
(318) 561-5233

Media Contact
Mrs. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer 3
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
Email: [email protected]