**RAMP CLOSURE** Ramp F-7 at Exit 86); on I-49 Northbound; Rapides Parish
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 9:25:47 AM
I-49 (Northbound), Rapides Parish
Logmile 31.757, Milepost 86.985
Bridge # 084004550531537I-49
Control Section 455-05
Recall 080229
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, weather permitting, Bridge #084004550531537 on I-49 (Northbound) over I-49, US 71, AND RAMPS will be closed to all traffic for routine bridge inspections. The bridge is Ramp F-7 at Exit 86, that carries traffic from I-49 to US 71/165 Southbound (MacArthur Dr) and is located at the I-49 AND US 71/165 INTERCHANGE.
Permit/Detour section
The road will be closed to all traffic while the inspection is being performed by LA DOTD personnel. Traffic will be detour by continuing North on I-49 to exit 90/ LA 498 Westbound to LA 1 Southbound to US 71/165 (MacArthur Dr).
Safety Reminder
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution around the construction sites 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.
Project Contact
Mr. Jonathan Miller
Bridge Inspection Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5223
Email: [email protected]
Media Contact
Mrs. Erin Buchanan-Mills
Public Information Officer 2
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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