Alternating Lane Closures; US 167N near Melrose St; Pineville, Rapides Parish; H.011504
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 2:53:05 PM
07/15/2026
H.011504.6
Alexandria ITS – Phase 2
Routes: US 71 & US 167
Pineville, Rapides Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that beginning Thursday, July 16, at 8:00 AM, weather permitting, there will be alternating lane closures from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on US 167 northbound near Melrose St. (LA 107).
Beginning Friday, July 17, at 8:00 AM, weather permitting, there will be alternating lane closures from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the following locations:
US 167 northbound near Melrose St. (LA 107)
US 167 southbound near Melrose St. (Zion Hill Curch)
These closures are necessary to install Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) infrastructure along the US 167 Expressway corridor, and install new guardrail.
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 Grady Crawford Construction Co. Inc. in the amount of $2,195,805.53.
Permit/Detour section
There is a lane width restriction of 12’. There are no detour’s associated with this press release.
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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