UPDATE - REOPENED: LA 146 north of Chatham, Jackson Parish
Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:15:43 PM
UPDATE - REOPENED: LA 146 north of Chatham, Jackson Parish
(UPDATE 5/18/2026): DOTD advises motorists that this work is complete and the roadway was reopened to traffic on Saturday, May 16th.
We appreciate the public's patience while this work was underway.
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Previous update:
(UPDATE 5/12/2026): DOTD advises motorists that due to recent inclement weather, this road closure on LA 146 in Jackson Parish has been rescheduled to take place on Saturday, May 16th and Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Please see below original notification for specific location information.
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Original notification - 5/5/2026:
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, a section of LA 146 in Jackson Parish will be closed to thru traffic.
This closure is located approximately 2.0 miles northwest of its intersection with LA 4, and is necessary to allow for the replacement of a cross drain pipe that is impacting the integrity of the roadway.
The LA 146 road closure is anticipated to last 2 days, and should be reopened Sunday, May 10th, 2026.
DOTD reminds motorists to NEVER drive around ‘road closed’ barricades at any time for any reason.
Restrictions/Permits:
Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.
Alternate Route:
Detour signage will be in place.
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.
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 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 Twitter pages.
Contact Information:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Monroe District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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