Minor Traffic Delays Expected in East Baton Rouge as US 61 Lane Closures Begin for Attenuator Repairs
East Baton Rouge will see minor traffic delays on September 9th due to roadwork announced by the DOTD with inside lanes on US 61 being closed overnight for attenuator replacement.
Louisiana Launches Bridge Bundling Initiative Under New Office of Highway Construction
Louisiana's DOTD launched a bridge bundling initiative under the new Office of Louisiana Highway Construction to refurbish 62 bridges, aiming for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Belle Chasse Drivers Alert of Scheduled Night and Weekend Lane Closures as Bridge Project Progresses
Belle Chasse bridge and tunnel project causes lane closures with night and weekend work planned to minimize disruption on LA-23 and surrounding areas.
Highway 975 Closure through Louisiana's Sherburne Wildlife Area for Bridge Replacement Starting September 2025
Louisiana's Highway 975 in Sherburne WMA will close from Sep 15, 2025, to Jun 12, 2026, for bridge replacement. Access remains via Highways 190 or I-10.
Louisiana Launches “Buckle Up, Phone Down” Teen Video Contest to Combat Distracted Driving
Louisiana DOTD, with Destination Zero Deaths, launched the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” contest for teens to submit safe driving videos, and urges community members to pledge safer driving habits.
Jefferson Parish Alert: Roadwork on LA 45 Northbound Could Affect Commute Today
Northbound LA 45 in Jefferson Parish will see shoulder closures today for maintenance, potentially affecting traffic from 7 AM to 5 PM, with alternative routes advised.
Lafayette Alert, Eloi Broussard Bridge Closure Scheduled for Repairs This Thursday
Eloi Broussard Bridge over the Vermilion River will be closed temporarily on Thursday, 8:30-11:00 a.m., for mechanical repairs, with suggested detour routes provided.
Louisiana DOTD Deploys Traffic Count Devices Across State to Boost Transportation Planning
Louisiana's DOTD is installing traffic count devices statewide to gather data on traffic patterns and improve transportation planning, urging the public not to tamper with these tools.
St. Tammany Parish Motorists Alert, Overnight Lane Closures on LA 21 Scheduled for Road Maintenance
LA 21 in St. Tammany Parish will have overnight roadwork affecting travel; one lane will remain open, with expected delays and no added vehicle restrictions.
Expect Delays, Lane Closures on US 90 in St. Charles Parish Amid Road Widening Efforts
Roadwork on US 90 in St. Charles Parish will cause daily lane closures from Live Oak Blvd to S Kenner Ave, from 6 AM to 5 PM starting September 2-5, as announced by Louisiana DOTD.
New Bridge Over Amite River on LA 16 Opens in French Settlement, Enhancing Local Connectivity
Louisiana's DOTD opened a new bridge over the Amite River on LA 16, replacing the old swing bridge and improving traffic flow and connectivity for Livingston Parish residents.
Lane Closure on I-10 West in Louisiana for Construction, Plan Detours and Drive Safely, Advises DOTD
I-10 West in Louisiana will have a lane closure for construction from Mile Marker 27 to 29.5 on September 4th, 7 p.m. to September 5th, 5 a.m. A detour via exit 26 is available.












