Attention, Lafayette drivers: a stretch of I-10 Eastbound is going slim for the night. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) declared that the interstate between University Avenue and I-49 will see reduced traffic flow due to construction. Precisely, from last night, at 9 p.m. to today, at 5 a.m., as the weather gods allow, there will be lane reductions in place for girder repair preparations. So, if your night cruising routes include this patch of road, brace for a bottleneck.
Here’s what’s happening: Concrete barriers will be raised along the outside lane to shield the crews while they work on a girder that took a hit back in December. Drivers, you’re advised to add some extra minutes to your travel time—expect delays. And while the closure might pinch, emergency vehicles will still be able to pass through, ensuring that safety services remain uninterrupted. This has been confirmed through DOTD’s announcement…