DOTD to improve drainage with box culvert replacement on LA 2 Alt in Claiborne Parish
Monday, November 9, 2026 at 3:04:12 PM
DOTD to improve drainage with box culvert replacement on LA 2 Alt in Claiborne Parish
CLAIBORNE PARISH, La. – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces a $624,362 project to remove and replace an aging metal pipe with a new concrete box culvert on LA 2 Alt, just west of the Town of Haynesville in Claiborne Parish.
This work is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, and includes the removal of the existing cross drain pipe, replace with a new box culvert and roadway material, asphalt overlay, rip rap to prevent erosion, and fresh pavement striping.
In order to allow for construction to proceed, LA 2 Alt – approximately 1.2 miles west of the intersection with US 79, immediately east of Shady Grove Road – will need to be fully closed.
All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route during construction, which is anticipated to wrap up in mid-February 2027, weather and other factors permitting.
These infrastructure improvements ensure adequate and proper drainage through the area, extend the service life through the use of modernized materials, and help reduce the risk of flooding on the roadway and adjacent locations.
This project was made possible via funding received from the Louisiana Transportation Infrastructure Fund (LITF) allocated by the state legislature.
Restrictions/Permits: 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
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]
*image attached: map depicting location of pipe replacement project on LA 2 Alt in Claiborne Parish
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