Pelican State News

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. The work addressed damage to the exterior girder on the eastbound bridge deck, which occurred in December 2024.

As a result of these repairs, several ramps and lanes have been reopened. These include the Interstate 10 eastbound overpass auxiliary lane, also known as the deceleration/acceleration lane, the I-49 northbound exit ramp from I-10 (Exit 103B), and Exit 1A for access to I-10 eastbound.

Repair efforts began in January 2025. The process involved removing the damaged girder using a crane and installing a new one. Additionally, a new bridge deck was fabricated once the new girder was installed.

The project involved collaboration with Lafayette-based companies Huval & Associates, Inc., responsible for design, and C.E.C., Inc., handling construction.

The DOTD expressed gratitude to motorists for their patience during this period and urged them to continue driving cautiously.

For further information, media or public inquiries can be directed to Deidra Druilhet, Public Information Officer at deidra.druilhet@la.gov or by calling 337-262-6133.