If your travels this week include I-220 or I-49 in Shreveport, be prepared for some extra traffic and a little more time than usual.
In a travel advisory from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, they are alerting all drivers to these intermittent lane closures for portions of I-220 and I-49 in Shreveport that have been scheduled this week to allow for various roadway maintenance and debris removal operations.
Wednesday, November 11, Lane Closure Announced For I-49 In Shreveport
- Wednesday, November 11th, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm: I-49 northbound between I-20 and LA 3132, intermittent outside (right) lane and shoulder closures for the purpose of cleaning, debris removal, vegetation management
- Thursday, November 12, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm: I-49 southbound between I-20 and LA 3132, intermittent outside (right) lane and shoulder closures for the purpose of cleaning, debris removal, vegetation management
Saturday/Sunday, Nov. 14 & 15, Lane Closures Announced For I-220 In Shreveport
- Saturday, Nov. 14 & Sunday, Nov. 15, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm each day.: I-220 westbound bridge over I-20 at the I-220/LA 3132 interchange, intermittent lane closures for the purpose of bridge deck repairs.
In the advisory from DOTD, we learn that these traffic restrictions are necessary to allow DOTD personnel to safely and efficiently perform tasks aimed at improving the safety and appearance of the interstate system. Motorists are urged to travel with extreme caution through the work zones, paying close attention to crews and equipment on site…