INTERMITTENT NIGHTTIME RAMP CLOSURES: I-49 in Alexandria, Rapides Parish
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:27:14 PM
INTERMITTENT NIGHTTIME RAMP CLOSURES: I-49 in Alexandria, Rapides Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises the public that beginning on Monday, February 16th, 2026, there will be alternating nighttime ramp closures on the entrance and exit ramps along a section of I-49 in Alexandria.
These nighttime ramp closures will take place on I-49 northbound and southbound between Exit 80 (US 71/US 167) and Exit 86 (US 71/US 165) from approximately 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM nightly.
These closures are necessary as part of an ongoing project to replace the overhead signage and install related components. All work is anticipated to be completed by late February 2026, weather permitting.
Permit/Detour section:
No detours are associated with this project.
Safety Reminder:
All construction activity is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas 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. Steve Buskie, P.E.
Rapides Parish Project Engineer
Office: (318) 487-5719
Email: [email protected]
Media Contact:
Mrs. Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
Email: [email protected]
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