LANE CLOSURE: LA 526 (Bert Kouns) near LA 511 (70th St), Caddo Parish

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 2:10:12 PM

SHREVEPORT, La. - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that crews will be improving a section of roadway and drainage infrastructure in Shreveport to better serve the traveling public.

As part of this work, beginning on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the outside (right) lane of LA 526 (Bert Kouns Industrial Loop) northbound (westbound) near the intersection with LA 511 (W. 70th Street) will be closed.

This lane closure is scheduled to be in place through Wednesday, October 28, 2026, and is necessary to allow DOTD maintenance personnel to repair a damaged catch basin and the adjacent roadway at this location on LA 526.

This catch basin is located approximately 300 feet south of the intersection with LA 511. (see included map)

Restrictions/Permits: N/A

Alternate Route: No detour necessary for this work.

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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