I-210 Westbound Cove Lane On-ramp and Off-ramp Closure in Lake Charles Starting October 31
I-210 Westbound Cove Lane On-ramp and Off-ramp Closure in Lake Charles
The I-210 Westbound on-ramp and off-ramp at the Cove Lane Interchange will be closed from 7 p.m. to 4 a.m. Thursday, October 31, Friday, November 1, and Monday, November 4.
The westbound direction will remain open during the ramp closures. Motorists are advised to use the Nelson Road Interchange to exit the interstate.
The closure is necessary for work crews to construct foundations for light poles.
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.
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