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DOTD Announcements
Lane Closure; US 165 SB: between Harris Road and Fish Hatchery Road; Rapides Parish
Friday, October 2, 2026 at 7:57:20 AM
October 2, 2026

US 165: between Harris Road and Fish Hatchery Road
Rapides Parish
Lane Closure


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that beginning October 6, 2026 at 8:00 am, the southbound right lane of US 165 will be closed to traffic between Harris Road and Fish Hatchery Road.

The closure is necessary to allow for the milling and overlaying of the roadway. The lane closure is anticipated to last three days.

Permit/Detour section
There is no detour or width restrictions associated with this lane closure.

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.

Additional Information
Motorists can access the latest updates on real-time traffic and road conditions using the 511 Traveler Information System by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region on which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Travelers can also access this information by visiting the 511 Traveler Information Web site at www.511la.org. Additionally, you can follow the Traffic Management Center on Twitter: (@Alex Traffic). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website @ www.dotd.la.gov and the DOTD Facebook page

Project Contact
Mr. Charlie Franklin, P.E.
ADA of Maintenance
Office: (318) 561-5186
Email: [email protected]

Mr. Jordan Kelly, P.E.
Assistant ADA of Maintenance
Office: (318) 561-5120
Email: [email protected]

Media Contact
Ms. Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer 3
District 08: Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn Parishes
Office: (318) 549-8402
Email: [email protected]