**EMERGENCY LANE CLOSURE** I-49 Northbound Lane; at LA 119; Natchitoches Parish
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 3:28:48 PM
**EMERGENCY LANE CLOSURE** I-49 Northbound Lane; at LA 119; Natchitoches Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LA DOTD) has closed the outside northbound lane of the I-49 overpass at Exit 119 (LA 119) in Natchitoches Parish.
This is necessary to allow for emergency joint repair on the roadway.
The lane will remain closed until further notice, and DOTD will issue an update when the lane has been reopened.
Permit/Detour section
No Detour necessary
Safety Reminder
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
Joseph Montalvo, P.E.
ADA Operations
Alexandria District
Office: 318-561-5102
email address: [email protected]
Media Contact
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Alexandria District
Office: 318-549-8402
email address: [email protected]
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