UPDATE - REOPENED: LA 499 over Ice Branch, Winn Parish

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 8:53:17 AM

(UPDATE 10/27/2026): DOTD advises motorists on behalf of OLHC that replacement work is complete and the LA 499 bridge over Ice Branch in Winn Parish is back open to traffic.

Please note that a different bridge replacement project on LA 499 (also over Ice Branch) is set to begin on Nov. 4, 2026, and the roadway will be closed at that location. Click here for info on that closure.
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Original notification - 8/24/2026:

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that the LA 499 bridge over Ice Branch in Winn Parish is currently closed for bridge replacement.

The bridge is located approximately 8.9 miles north of the intersection with LA 126. (See attached map).

The closure is anticipated to be in place until late January 2027, 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 near 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: Gilchrist Construction- Jacob Paretti; 318-229-3045
CE&I Contact: Joseph Chauvin; GIS Engineering, LLC
OLHC Coordinator: Ivy Harmon; 225-335-7303

*attached image: map showing location of bridge project

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