BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 579 over Cook’s Slough, East Carroll Parish
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:11:39 AM
BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 579 over Cook’s Slough, East Carroll Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that the LA 579 bridge over Cook’s Slough in southwest East Carroll Parish is currently closed for bridge replacement.
This bridge is located approximately 1.2 miles south of the intersection with LA 877 (see attached map).
This closure is anticipated to be in place until late December 2026, weather permitting.
DOTD is sending out this notification on behalf of the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction (OLHC), who is managing construction activities for non-federal aid (NFA) routes, as well as the bridge bundle projects across the state.
Inquiries regarding this project should be directed to OLHC.
Restrictions/Permits: Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.
Alternate Route: Detour signage will be in place.
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.
Contact information:
Contractor: WL Bass Construction – Ross Biles, 318-355-3901
CE&I Contact: Larry Toups, 985-249-6180
OLHC Coordinator: Brandon Bergeron, 985-447-0090
*attached image: map showing location of bridge project
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