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BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 487 over Brushy Bayou in Natchitoches Parish
Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:13:10 AM

BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 487 over Brushy Bayou in Natchitoches Parish


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises motorists that beginning on Monday, April 6, 2026, the LA 487 bridge over Brushy Bayou south of the Ajax community in Natchitoches Parish will be closed for replacement.

This bridge is located approximately 2.3 miles south of the intersection with LA 174.

The estimated completion date for this project is October 2026, with progress dependent on weather conditions and other factors that can impact construction timelines.

DOTD is sending out this notification on behalf of the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction (OLHC), who is managing construction activities for non-federal aid (NFA) routes, as well as the bridge bundle projects. Inquiries regarding this project should be directed to OLHC.

Permit/Detour section
Southbound: west on LA 174, south on LA 175, east on LA 120
Northbound: west on LA 120, north on LA 175, east on LA 174

Contact Information:
Contractor: Gilchrist Construction – JJ Hickey (318) 427-1114.
OLHC Program and CE&I Lead: Larry Toups (985) 249-6180.
OLHC Coordinator: Ty Westerman (985) 447-0090.

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
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.