DOTD announces start of $780K Bridge Replacement project on Chinaberry Drive in Acadia Parish
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 3:13:29 PM
ACADIA PARISH, La. — Motorists traveling on Chinaberry Drive will benefit from a new bridge designed to provide a more reliable roadway connection as construction kicked-off on Monday, October 12, 2026 on a $780,000 bridge replacement project.
The project will replace the existing bridge and include roadway, drainage and other improvements to support the long-term function of the route.
PROJECT LIMITS
The project will begin on Chinaberry Drive approximately 0.1 mile south of its intersection with LA 91 and extend to approximately 0.3 mile south of the intersection.
SCOPE OF WORK
Work will include removing the existing bridge, earthwork, grading, drainage structure installation, Class II base placement, precast concrete pile installation and construction of a new concrete slab-span bridge, along with related improvements.
Once complete, the replacement bridge is expected to provide a more reliable roadway crossing for motorists traveling in the area.
Construction is expected to take place Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting. The project is estimated to be complete in spring 2027.
TRAVEL IMPACTS
Chinaberry Drive will be closed to all traffic throughout construction. Motorists should plan ahead, allow additional travel time and use alternate routes.
The detour will not be formally posted but will consist of LA 91, LA 368 and LA 755. Emergency vehicles will not have access through the construction area and must use alternate routes.
SAFETY REMINDER
DOTD appreciates the public’s patience while this work is underway. Motorists are urged to use caution, follow posted traffic controls and remain alert for construction crews and equipment in the area.
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