Traffic in Shreveport/Bossier should prepare for some additional challenges next week as the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is conducting routine bridge inspections.
In a series of notifications from the DOTD, we’ve learned that traffic will be temporarily disrupted during these bridge inspections at the following locations.
I-20 Eastbound Bridge Over Lakeshore Drive in Shreveport
On Monday, July 7, the I-20 eastbound bridge over Lakeshore Drive and the CPKC Railroad tracks in Shreveport, will be reduced to one lane from approximately 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
I-220 Eastbound Red River Bridge
On Tuesday, July 8, the I-220 eastbound bridge over the Red River in Bossier and Caddo Parishes will be reduced to one lane from approximately 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
This lane closure will allow vehicles 14 feet wide or smaller to pass through the inspection zone. Larger vehicles must detour utilizing an alternate route.
LA 3032 (Shreveport/Barksdale) Westbound Red River Bridge
On Wednesday, July 9, the LA 3032 (Shreveport-Barksdale) westbound bridge over the Red River in Bossier Parish will be reduced to one lane from approximately 9:00 am to 3:00 pm…