UPDATE - Alternating Lane Closures; I-49, US 71, US 165, LA 28; Alexandria, Pineville, Rapides Parish
Friday, July 10, 2026 at 3:11:31 PM
(UPDATED START DATE 7/10/2026): The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that beginning Monday, July 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM, weather permitting, there will be nightly alternating lane closures from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM at the following intersections (One lane in each direction will remain open at all times.): - US 165 (Masonic Dr.) at Horseshoe Dr.
- US 165 (Masonic Dr.) at South MacArthur (Service Rd. near Home Depot)
- MacArthur Dr. at Sugar House Rd.
- Broadway Ave. at Dallas Ave.
- LA 28 at Cloverleaf Blvd.
- Eddie Williams and Broadway
These closures are necessary to allow for the installation of new mast arms on the signal pole foundations for the new flashing yellow left turn arrows and related work. All work is anticipated to be completed at the above referenced intersections by late July 2026, with progress dependent on weather conditions and other factors that can impact construction timelines. The contract was awarded to Jack B. Harper Electrical, LLC in the amount of $9,040,462.73. To read more about how to navigate the flashing yellow arrows, click here.
Permit/Detour section There are no detour’s or lane width restrictions associated with this project. Safety Reminder All construction activity is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
Additional Information
Project Contact Email: [email protected] Media Contact Mrs. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer
Alexandria District
Phone: (318) 549-8402 Email: [email protected]
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Original notification:
07/8/2026
H.012641
District 08 Flashing Yellow Arrow Upgrade Part 2
Routes: I-49, US 71, US 165, LA 28
Rapides Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that beginning Monday, July 13, at 9:00 AM, weather permitting, there will be alternating lane closures from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the following intersections (One lane in each direction will remain open at all times.):
US 165 (Masonic Dr.) at Horseshoe Dr.
US 165 (Masonic Dr.) at South MacArthur (Service Rd.)
MacArthur Dr. at Sugar House Rd.
Broadway Ave. at Dallas Ave.
There will be nightly alternating lane closures beginning Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM, weather permitting, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM at the following intersections (One lane in each direction will remain open at all times.):
LA 28 at Cloverleaf Blvd.
Eddie Williams and Broadway
These closures are necessary to allow for the installation of new mast arms on the signal pole foundations and related work.
All work is anticipated to be completed at these intersections by July 17, 2026, with progress dependent on weather conditions and other factors that can impact construction timelines.
The contract was awarded to Jack B. Harper Electrical, LLC in the amount of $9,040,462.73
Permit/Detour section
There are no detour’s or lane width restrictions associated with this project.
Safety Reminder
All construction activity is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas 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. Steve Buskie, P.E.
Rapides Parish Project Engineer
Office: (318) 487-5719
Email: [email protected]
Media Contact
Mrs. Erin Buchanan Mills
Public Information Officer
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Phone: (318) 549-8402
Email: [email protected]
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