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LANE CLOSURE: LA 526 (Bert Kouns) westbound near I-49, Caddo Parish
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 1:30:01 PM

LANE CLOSURE: LA 526 (Bert Kouns) westbound near I-49, Caddo Parish


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the right lane of a section of LA 526 (Bert Kouns Industrial Loop) in Shreveport will be closed.

This lane closure will take place on LA 526 westbound from I-49 to Linwood Road, and is necessary to allow for pavement repair and a turn lane to be constructed via a permit related to a commercial development at this location.

This lane closure is anticipated to be in place for approximately seven (7) days.

Restrictions/Permits: No detour necessary for this work.

Alternate Route: N/A

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]