For drivers navigating Eastbound I-10 today, you'll want to budget some additional travel time. Roadwork is underway in Orleans Parish from Franklin Ave to Louisa St, with the right lane partially closed to accommodate the construction efforts. The work began early this morning at 9:00 AM and is set to wrap up by 3:00 PM, weather permitting, according to Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD).
While the construction is poised to improve the longevity and safety of this stretch of highway, the timing during rush hour might have left some commuters feeling the pinch. With the roadwork announced at the start, without clockwork precision, delays kicked in as vehicles bottlenecked near the affected areas. Impacted are those seeking to navigate around the partial closure, primarily offending the right lane, causing a slower ebb of traffic characteristic of congested arteries.
The DOTD has not provided specific details on the nature of the roadwork, but this segment of the I-10 is no stranger to enhancements and repairs, often a balm for the weary paths tread by countless wheels. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes if possible or allow for extra time when traveling this section of the freeway. Signage and traffic cones are in place to guide drivers through the construction zone safely.
