LADOTD Announces Upcoming Bridge Replacement on Ruffin Drive over Drain to Youngs Bayou in Ouachita Parish
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 11:02:50 AM
A Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) project to replace Ruffin Drive over Drain to Youngs Bayou in Ouachita Parish is scheduled to begin November 9, 2026.
The construction contract was awarded to Baker Pile Driving and Site Work, L.L.C. The project consists of clearing and grubbing, removal of timber bridge, grading, drainage structures, milling asphalt concrete, class II base course, lime treatment, asphalt concrete overlay, riprap, precast concrete piles, concrete slab span bridge, and related work.
The project completion is currently projected for April 2027, weather permitting.
LIMITS: Located on Ruffin Drive North of its junction with Hadley Street at the bridge over drain to Youngs Bayou, as shown in the plans.
Restrictions/Permits: Total road closure.
Safety Reminder:
LADOTD appreciates your patience and reminds motorists to drive with caution through the construction area and remain alert for work crews and equipment. Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.
Additional Information:
For the latest traffic updates, call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also visit www.dotd.la.gov by selecting MyDOTD, or follow LADOTD on Facebook and Twitter.
Contact Information:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]
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