I-10 Eastbound Shoulder Closure Near Vinton Starting November 11
I-10 Eastbound Shoulder Closure Near Vinton Starting November 11
Published November 4, 2019
Shoulder closure: I-10 eastbound MP 2 to MP 3 – Calcasieu Parish
The I-10 eastbound shoulder from MP 2 (Rest Area) to MP 3 (Weigh Station) will be closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5:30 pm. Monday, November 11 to Saturday, November 16, weather permitting.
The shoulder closure is necessary to replace the weigh-in-motion system sensors.
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to be on the lookout for work crews and equipment.
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