(UPDATE 8/14/2024): DOTD advises motorists that the intermittent lane closures will no longer take place as described below in the original notification. Instead, the contractor will utilize the ramps at the LA 531 interchange on the night of Friday, August 16, 2024 in order to conduct closures on I-20 and maintain traffic flow.
Drivers will be routed to the on and off-ramps to allow the contractor to mobilize equipment and safely perform overhead construction work on the new LA 531 overpass over I-20.
No daytime lane closures will occur on August 16th. We appreciate your patience as this work is conducted.
Original notice:
WEBSTER PARISH, La. — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced intermittent lane closures on I-20 at the LA 531 interchange near Minden on Friday, August 16, 2024. The closures will affect both eastbound and westbound lanes.
The lane closures are scheduled to take place from approximately 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are necessary for ongoing overhead construction work related to the LA 531 overpass replacement project.
DOTD advises motorists to drive with caution through the construction area, as crews and equipment will be present. Area residents are also encouraged to exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near the active construction zone.
These lane closures are subject to change based on weather conditions.