BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 501 over unnamed creek, Bienville Parish
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 8:35:58 AM
BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 501 over unnamed creek, Bienville Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Thursday, May 28, 2026, the LA 501 bridge over an unnamed creek in Bienville Parish will be closed for replacement.
This bridge is located approximately 3.6 miles south of the intersection with LA 155 (see included map).
This closure is anticipated to be in place for approx. 3.5 months, weather permitting.
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.
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. 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:
Contractor: Brown Construction - Jared Reynolds, 225-478-1028
OLHC Program & CEI Lead - Grace Kennedy, 225-665-1021
OLHC Coordinator - Joseph Ory, 504-434-6565
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