LA 486: LA 480 – US 71 North; Natchitoches Parish; H.014864
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 8:43:23 AM
02/23/2026
LA 486: LA 480 – US 71 North
Natchitoches Parish
S.P. H.014864.6
Control Section 305-30
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Monday, March 2, 2026 construction will begin on LA 486 in Natchitoches Parish. The work will begin at the intersection of LA 486 and LA 480 and proceed north for 0.965 Miles to the US 71 intersection.
The intent of this project is pavement patching, milling asphalt pavement, replace cross drains and asphalt pavement. The Contractor will maintain thru traffic at all times, but periodic lane closures and delays can be expected. The public is advised to remain alert to construction signs and changing roadway conditions.
The project was awarded to Madden Contracting Co., LLC in the amount of $1,552,695.55. The work associated with this project should take approximately 35 working days to complete.
Permit/Detour section
Thru traffic will be maintained at all times with oversize and emergency vehicles allowed passage. There will be no detour routes for this project.
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.
Additional Information
Call (318) 561-5100 or (800) 542-3509 or 511 or visit www.511LA.org for additional information. Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MYDOTD, the Way to Geaux Application for iPhone or Android devices, the DOTD Facebook page or the LA DOTD Twitter page, @Alex_Traffic for further information and details.
Media Contact Information
Ms. Erin Buchanan, Public Information Officer
Grant, Natchitoches, Sabine, and Winn Parishes
Phone # 318-549-8402
Email: [email protected]
Project Contact
Mr. Jared Taylor, P.E.
LA DOTD District 08
Area Engineer for Grant, Winn, and Natchitoches Parishes
Office: (318) 561-5120
Email address: [email protected]
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