UPDATE - REOPENED: I-20 westbound off-ramp at LA 526 (Bert Kouns), Caddo Parish
Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 3:55:30 PM
UPDATE - REOPENED: I-20 westbound off-ramp at LA 526 (Bert Kouns), Caddo Parish
(UPDATE 9/3/2026): DOTD advises motorists that the I-20 westbound off-ramp to LA 526 (Bert Kouns Ind. Loop) in Shreveport has been reopened to traffic.
No further lane closures are anticipated as part of this project, though motorists are urged to drive with caution through the work zone as final construction activities take place. Crews and equipment may remain on site until the project is fully complete.
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Previous notification - 8/27/2026:
SHREVEPORT, La. – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Thursday, September 3, 2026, the outside (right) lane and the I-20 westbound off-ramp to LA 526 (Bert Kouns Ind. Loop) in Shreveport will be closed.
This lane/ramp closure is scheduled to be in place from approximately 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 3rd to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4th, and is necessary to allow for permanent roadway striping operations related to the ongoing project to improve safety at the interchange.
The project involves extending the deceleration lane to allow for additional vehicle storage, which enhances safety by allowing extra space for exiting vehicles to move from the higher speed interstate travel lanes.
Motorists should be advised of this temporary ramp closure, and plan accordingly, noting that there may be additional congestion in this area, particularly during peak travel times.
Restrictions/Permits: Total ramp closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.
Alternate Route: Appropriate detour signage will be in place. Westbound vehicles on I-20 will be detoured via US 80 (Greenwood Rd) and back to LA 526 (Bert Kouns).
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]
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