BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 499 over Ice Branch, Winn Parish
Friday, October 23, 2026 at 11:03:24 AM
BRIDGE CLOSURE: LA 499 over Ice Branch, Winn Parish
WINN PARISH, La. - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, the LA 499 bridge over Ice Branch in northern Winn Parish will be closed for replacement.
This bridge is located approximately 10 miles north of the intersection with LA 126 at Sikes, immediately south of the Jackson Parish line. (see included map)
This road closure is anticipated to be in place for approximately 3.5 months, weather and other factors permitting.
DOTD is sending out this notification on behalf of the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction (OLHC), who is managing construction activities for non-federal aid (NFA) routes, as well as the bridge bundle projects.
Inquiries regarding this project should be directed to OLHC.
Restrictions/Permits: Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.
Alternate Route: Detour signage will be in place.
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.
Contact Information:
Contractor Contact: Jacob Paretti, Gilchrist Construction, 318-229-3045
OLHC Coordinator: Bradley Gray, 985-232-5277
*image attached: map of bridge closure location
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