BRIDGE CLOSURE: White Oak Lane over Edmonds Creek near LA 2, Union Parish

Monday, October 5, 2026 at 11:59:06 AM

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces a project to replace the bridge structure on White Oak Lane over Edmonds Creek east of Bernice in Union Parish.

Work on the $576,557 project is scheduled to begin on Monday, October 12, 2026 with a road closure to allow for clearing and grubbing operations and utility relocation.

The contractor will then proceed with removing the existing bridge and replacing with a modern cross drain pipe to allow for adequate drainage through the area.

This bridge is located immediately north of the intersection with LA 2. (see included map)

All work on the project is anticipated to be complete in early 2027, weather permitting. White Oak Lane is a parish-owned roadway.

Permit/Restrictions: Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.

Alternate route: Appropriate 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.

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
Monroe District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]

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