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DOTD Announcements
Road Closure and Detour; LA 115 north of Hessmer; Avoyelles Parish
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 7:11:20 AM
July 21, 2026

LA 115
Avoyelles Parish


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that beginning Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 7:30 am through Friday, July 31, 2026, there will be a closure on LA 115 north of Hessmer, located approximately ¼ mile south of Large Road.

The purpose of this project is to replace cross drain pipes.

Detour Description for LA-115 Closure (North of Hessmer, LA) located approximately ¼ mile south of Large Road
LA-115 is closed just north of Hessmer. Traffic will be rerouted using a signed detour through Mansura and Marksville to maintain access and ensure safe travel.

Detour Route:

From LA-115 northbound, all traffic will be directed west onto LA-114 in Hessmer.
Continue on LA-114 into Mansura.
In Mansura, turn north onto LA-1.
Follow LA-1 into Marksville, where normal routing can resume.

Southbound traffic will follow the same route in reverse.

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. Charlie Franklin, P.E.
ADA of Maintenance
Office: (318) 561-5186
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]