Motorists in West Baton Rouge Parish should prepare for road closures related to the LA 1 Port Allen Canal Bridge Replacement (Phase II) project. Specifically, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced that the I-10 Eastbound On-Ramp, currently accessible via the LA-1 Northbound bridge, is slated for a full closure on Friday, May 30, starting at 10:00pm and planned to end at 4:00am the following morning. The closure extends also to the right travel lane of LA 1 NB, which will be shut down from 7:00pm to 4:00am on the same night. DOTD explains that this is to facilitate the removal of temporary concrete barriers and to apply temporary striping in preparation for a traffic shift to the new LA-1 Southbound Bridge.
Travelers should anticipate delays and plan accordingly, this upcoming transition is part of the ongoing construction efforts to improve the infrastructure and traffic flow in the area. DOTD, while acknowledging the inconvenience, stresses the need for caution in the construction zone to ensure the safety of both workers and travelers. These nighttime hours have been deliberately chosen to minimize disruption during peak traffic times; however, the expected inconvenience is an inevitable side effect of progress in the connectivity of our roads. Reminders to maintain vigilance while driving near work crews and their equipment are critical to preventing accidents and ensuring that the construction continues smoothly.
Residents and visitors can expect DOTD to keep the public informed of the project's progress as the closure nears. For more detailed information, questions, or concerns regarding the bridge replacement operation, DOTD encourages reaching out through the project's official communication channels. Updates can also be closely monitored online through DOTD's announcement page, along with any potential changes to the schedule or scope of the work.
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