**EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE* US 84 @ Bourbeaux Bayou; Natchitoches Parish
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:01:20 PM
Emergency Road Closure on US 84 at Bourbeaux Bayou Near Clarence, Louisiana
Control Section 022-01
Bridge # 083500220101351
Recall No. 037782
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that, beginning Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the box culvert on US 84 at Bourbeaux Bayou, located approximately 1.35 miles east of US 71 near Clarence, Louisiana, in Natchitoches Parish, will be closed to all traffic.
The closure is necessary following the determination that the box culvert has structural deficiencies that make it unsafe for public travel and requires repair or replacement. The roadway will remain closed until further notice.
Permit/Detour Section
Eastbound US 84 Traffic:
Motorists traveling eastbound on US 84 will detour by turning south onto US 71 at the intersection of US 71/US 84/LA 6. Traffic will continue south on US 71 for approximately 1.75 miles to the intersection with LA 1226. Motorists will then turn left onto LA 1226 and continue east for approximately 4.8 miles to reconnect with US 84.
Westbound US 84 Traffic:
Motorists traveling westbound on US 84 will detour by turning west onto LA 1226. Continue on LA 1226 for approximately 4.8 miles to the intersection with US 71. Traffic will then turn right onto US 71 northbound and continue for approximately 1.75 miles until US 71 merges with US 84, where motorists may resume travel on US 84.
Safety Reminder
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds motorists to drive with caution through the construction area and to be alert for work crews and equipment. Motorists are encouraged to use caution when travelibng through the area. Follow posted detour signage and allow additional travel time.
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 website at www.511la.org.
Additionally, motorists may follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter (@AlexTraffic), monitor the DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, and follow the DOTD Facebook page for updates.
Project Contact
Mr. Evan Saucier, P.E.
District Bridge Engineer
Office: (318) 561-5117
Email: [email protected]
Media Contact
Ms. Erin Buchanan
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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