LANE CLOSURES: I-20 at LA 544 (Tech Dr/Cooktown Rd) Interchange - Lincoln Parish
Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:24:23 AM
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists of upcoming lane closures associated with the LA 544 (Tech Drive) Overpass Replacement project in Ruston, LA. Beginning at 7am on Sunday, May 3, 2026 there will be a daytime lane closure along westbound I-20. This lane closure will be between the Tarbutton Interchange and the US 167 Interchange and is required to move construction equipment out of the median of I-20. On Monday, May 4, 2026 there will be a daytime lane closure of northbound LA 544/Tech Dr./Cooktown Rd. This lane closure will be between the Tech Drive overpass and Trinity Way and is required to allow for drainage work in that area. Thru traffic will be maintained.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development also advises motorists that they can expect intermittent lane closures of LA 544/Tech Dr./Cooktown Rd. during the life of the project.
This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.
Detour/Alternate Route: NA
Restrictions/Permits: 12' wide for I-20 WB closure, no restrictions for LA 544 closure
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.
Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking or biking near an active work zone.
Call 511 or visit www.511la.org for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-800-ROAD-511 (1-800-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MYDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.
Contact Information:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
District 04
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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