Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development
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Recent News About Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development
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Jimmie Davis Bridge replacement progresses; expected completion by early 2027
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced that the construction of the new Jimmie Davis Bridge (LA 511) over the Red River in Bossier and Caddo Parishes is progressing as planned.
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I-10 overpass repair completed; lanes reopen in Lafayette
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the completion of emergency repairs on the I-10 eastbound overpass girder at I-49 in Lafayette, Louisiana.
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Louisiana DOTD announces $4.6M road project in Evangeline & St. Landry Parishes
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the start of a construction project on La. 758 (Woodstone Rd.) in Evangeline and St. Landry Parishes.
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Belle Chasse Bridge set to open all lanes this weekend
Construction on the Belle Chasse Bridge is almost complete, with all four lanes expected to open for traffic by Sunday, March 16, 2025.
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La. 100 rehabilitation project begins March in Acadia Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the commencement of a $7.4 million rehabilitation project on La. 100 in Acadia Parish.
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GeauxPass alerts Louisiana residents of widespread toll payment scam
GeauxPass has issued a warning to Louisiana residents about a "smishing" scam that is circulating nationwide.
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Louisiana DOTD announces $8.4M construction project on La. 31
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the commencement of a state-funded construction project on La. 31, spanning from La. 182 in Iberia Parish to just south of La. 92-1 in St. Martin Parish.
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LA DOTD continues work on Youree Drive asphalt overlay in Shreveport
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced ongoing progress on a $3.8 million project to repair a three-mile section of LA 1 (Youree Drive) in Shreveport, Caddo Parish.
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Louisiana begins $17.5 million Bayou Bienvenue Bridge replacement project
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the commencement of a $17.5 million project to replace the Bayou Bienvenue Bridge in New Orleans.
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Weekend interstate closures planned in Lafayette Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced upcoming weekend closures on Interstate 49 northbound and the right lane of Interstate 10 eastbound in Lafayette Parish.
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Preservation project begins on La. 87 in Iberia Parish starting March
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the commencement of a preservation project on La. 87 in Iberia Parish, scheduled to begin on March 10, 2025.
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I-210 Hurricane Laura lighting repairs set to start in Calcasieu Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the commencement of work on State Project H.015598, aimed at repairing lighting damaged by Hurricane Laura on Interstate 210.
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Louisiana DOTD progresses on $78 million Interstate 10 project in Acadiana
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is making progress on a $78 million project to mill and overlay a 37.22-mile stretch of Interstate 10 in the Acadiana Region.
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Louisiana DOTD provides update on St. James Parish construction projects
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has provided an update on the construction projects involving the Bayou Chevreuil Bridge and the LA 20 widening in St. James Parish.
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Traffic shifts planned for I-12 West due to College Drive Flyover Project
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced a shift in traffic on I-12 westbound, set to begin at 5 a.m. on Saturday, February 22.
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LA DOTD announces $8.2 million improvement project on LA 82 in Cameron Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced an $8.2 million improvement project on LA 82, set to commence on February 27, 2025.
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Louisiana DOTD announces $3.8M construction project on U.S. 90 in Iberia Parish
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced the commencement of a construction project on U.S. 90 eastbound in Iberia Parish, scheduled to start on February 24.
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Traffic shift scheduled for February 22 on Baton Rouge's I-12 West
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced a traffic shift on I-12 westbound, set to commence at 5 a.m. on Saturday, February 22.
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Traffic changes planned for Baton Rouge's I-12 westbound starting February 22
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced a significant change in traffic patterns on I-12 westbound, effective from 5 a.m. on Saturday, February 22.
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Louisiana urges cautious driving amid rainy weather events
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has issued a reminder to drivers to exercise caution during rainy weather, emphasizing the importance of safe driving practices in such conditions.