Heads up, Baldwin locals and commuters: plan on taking a detour if you're looking to cross the Baldwin Bridge over the coming days. The Baldwin Police Department has just announced roadwork that's going to temporarily put a kink in your regular route. In a recent social media post by the Baldwin Police Department, they've stated that the Baldwin Bridge on LA 182 (Main Street), spanning the Charenton Drainage Canal between Yokley Road and Newman Street, will be closed daily between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. from Monday through to Wednesday, weather permitting.
This closure is not due to any unforeseen incident but is a necessary pause for routine bridge maintenance. For those who need to absolutely cross, the detour routes laid out will take you through LA 83, US 90, and LA 3211. It might just be the perfect time to try and discover some new podcasts or tunes, as you'll likely to have add some extra time to your daily drive.
It's more than a minor hassle, sure, but the work being done is essential to keep the infrastructure safe and reliable. The Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is asking for everyone's patience during this period. Their recent statement by the Baldwin Police Department urges drivers "to please drive with caution and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment."
