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LANE CLOSURES: I-49 southbound near Pierremont/Hollywood Exit, Caddo Parish
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 10:12:52 AM

LANE CLOSURES: I-49 southbound near Pierremont/Hollywood Exit, Caddo Parish


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that the following lane closures have been scheduled for I-49 southbound at the Pierremont Rd/Hollywood Ave interchange (Exit 203) in Shreveport:

  • Tuesday, August 18, 2026: I-49 southbound, two outside (right) lane closures
  • Wednesday, August 19, 2026: I-49 southbound, two inside (left) lane closures

These lane closures are scheduled to take place from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day, and are necessary to allow DOTD crews to perform repairs to the roadway as a result of heat-related buckling.

The ramps at this interchange will remain open.

Periods of extreme heat can cause pavement to expand, resulting in cracks and buckling at the roadway joint, commonly referred to as a ‘blow up.’ DOTD crews remain prepared during the summer months to address these issues as they arise.

To learn more about heat-related buckling, click here.

Restrictions/Permits: N/A

Alternate Route: No detour necessary for this work.

This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.

Safety reminder:

DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment. Remember to leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front of you.

Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.

Additional information:

Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional travel information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and X (Twitter) pages.

To track updates and developments related to the T4LA initiative aimed at enhancing the manner in which DOTD serves the state’s citizens, visit www.T4la.com.

Contact Information:

Erin Buchanan
DOTD Public Information Officer
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]