North Louisiana Economic Partnership (NLEP) has reached a significant milestone in the transformation of the I-20 Legacy Site, formerly home to the Libbey Glass manufacturing facility at 4302 Jewella Avenue in Shreveport.
NLEP’s environmental consultant and demolition contractors have successfully completed the removal of environmental contaminants throughout more than 850,000 square feet of existing facilities. This achievement clears the way for full-scale demolition activities and marks a major step forward in preparing one of North Louisiana’s most strategically located industrial properties for future investment. In addition to environmental remediation, all parties involved with the project have prioritized sustainability throughout the demolition process. Approximately 95% of the steel, brick, and concrete materials from the site are being recycled, reducing landfill waste and supporting the responsible reuse of valuable construction materials.
The public will soon begin to see visible progress as the site’s iconic silos along Jewella Avenue are dismantled. Demolition began in a limited capacity in April while remediation work was underway and is expected to continue through mid-2027.
Once demolition and environmental remediation are complete, the I-20 Legacy Site will emerge as a premier industrial development opportunity featuring interstate frontage, rail access, and existing industrial-grade utility infrastructure. The site is expected to play a critical role in supporting industrial recruitment, business expansion, and long-term job creation throughout the region.
“Economic development today is more competitive than ever,” said Justyn Dixon, President and CEO of North Louisiana Economic Partnership. “Companies are making location decisions on accelerated timelines, and communities must be prepared before opportunities arise. By investing in site readiness now, we are positioning North Louisiana to compete for transformative projects that create well-paying jobs, attract capital investment, and strengthen our local tax base.”
The redevelopment of the I-20 Legacy Site reflects NLEP’s commitment to converting legacy industrial properties into productive economic assets. By removing environmental and physical barriers to development, the organization is reducing project timelines for prospective employers and increasing North Louisiana’s competitiveness in the global marketplace.
“The work being completed at the I-20 Legacy Site is about more than demolition,” Dixon added. “It is about creating opportunity. Every step toward site readiness increases our ability to attract new industry, support existing businesses, and build a stronger economic future for the region.”
This project was made possible due to the support of Governor Jeff Landry, Senate President Cameron Henry, House Speaker Phillip DeVillier, the Northwest Legislative Delegation, the Northwest Louisiana Finance Authority, the Parish of Caddo, the City of Shreveport and Delta Resource Group.