The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that the following ramp and lane closures in Caddo Parish have been scheduled to allow for routine bridge inspections to take place:
- Monday, June 22, 2026: Full ramp closure – I-49 northbound ramp to LA 3132 westbound
- Tuesday, June 23, 2026: Full ramp closure – I-49 northbound ramp to LA 3132 eastbound
- Wednesday, June 24, 2026: Full ramp closure – I-49 southbound ramp to LA 3132 eastbound
- Thursday, June 25, 2026: Full ramp closure – LA 3132 westbound ramp to I-49 northbound
- Friday, June 26, 2026: Lane closures only – US 71 (N. Market St) northbound and southbound bridge over Twelve Mile Bayou in downtown Shreveport
- Saturday, June 27, 2026: Lane closure only – I-20 westbound over MP railroad near Town of Greenwood
These ramp and lane closures are anticipated to be in place from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day.
Routine bridge inspections are conducted on a regular cycle by specially trained inspectors. These operations are critical to identifying maintenance issues that should be addressed, and to ensuring the structures remain in service to the traveling public.
Please drive with caution through the bridge inspection zones, and remain alert for specialized equipment and crews that will be on site.
Restrictions/Permits: Total ramp closures at the specified locations. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route during those time frames.
No vehicles larger than 12’ wide during the lane closures.
This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.
Safety reminder:
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment. Remember to leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front of you.
Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.
Additional information:
Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional travel information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and X (Twitter) pages.