Attention Metairie road users: significant roadwork is scheduled to hit LA 611-9 (also known as Metairie Road), and it's time to plan your detours. Starting Monday, November 24, at 9:00 AM and continuing through Wednesday, November 26, until 4:00 PM, there will be alternating lane closures affecting both eastbound and westbound traffic, as announced by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. Construction will involve permanent striping, traffic signal upgrades, and related work.
Morning commuters should brace for the added congestion, with lanes beginning to close at 9 AM, offering a narrow window for those trying to beat the traffic. Spanning from US 61 (Airline Drive) to Bamboo Road along the Orleans Parish Line, this recurring scheduling of single-lane closures will undoubtedly impact travel times. According to the DOTD, advisories are weather permitting, so fingers crossed that conditions remain work-conducive.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has advised road users that the closures are for "permanent striping, traffic signal and related work." They have marked out the start and end points of construction, so plan your routes accordingly. Local access will be maintained throughout the construction period, but if your journey isn't essential, it might be wise to avoid the area altogether during the specified times.
Delays are expected, and patience will be a must, so ensure to give yourself extra time or seek alternative routes during these days. With safety measures in place, road users navigating the section of LA 611-9 can expect some degree of disruption. Remember, the lane closures are alternating, and crews will be working diligently from 9 AM to 4 PM across the mentioned dates. Keep updated and modify your commute to stay ahead of the construction schedule, as per the DOTD's website.
