UPDATE - BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 169 over Twelve Mile Bayou, Caddo Parish
Monday, April 27, 2026 at 1:46:01 PM
UPDATE - BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 169 over Twelve Mile Bayou, Caddo Parish
(UPDATE 4/27/2026): DOTD advises motorists that due to unforseen circumstances related to the below referenced repairs, the LA 169 bridge over Twelve Mile Bayou near Mooringsport in north Caddo Parish will remain closed overnight tonight, Monday, April 27th.
The original schedule of daytime only closures will resume tomorrow, with the bridge expected to reopen by 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28th. Repairs will then continue with the daytime closures for two (2) weeks as noted in the original notification below.
DOTD sincerely apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the understanding of the traveling public.
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Original notification - April 17, 2026:
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Monday, April 27, 2026, the LA 169 bridge over Twelve Mile Bayou east of the Town of Mooringsport in north Caddo Parish will be closed daily.
This closure is scheduled to take place from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day for two (2) weeks, and is necessary to allow for bridge girder and piling repair.
This bridge is located approximately 1.5 miles east of the intersection with LA 1.
This critical work ensures the structure remains in service to the community.
Restrictions/Permits: Total road closure during the specified time frame. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route during the daily closure.
This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.
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. Remember to leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front of you.
Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.
Additional information:
Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional travel information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and X (Twitter) pages.
Contact Information:
Erin Buchanan
DOTD Public Information Officer
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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