Westlake, Louisiana — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced an overnight right lane closure on Interstate 10 (I-10) westbound in Westlake, spanning from mile marker 27.2 to mile marker 26.9. The closure is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, and will conclude at 5 a.m. Thursday, May 15, 2025, weather permitting.

This planned closure is part of necessary guardrail repairs along the busy I-10 corridor near Westlake.

During the closure, crews will be working overnight to minimize disruption to daytime traffic. Drivers are advised to expect possible delays and should consider alternate routes DOTD encourages motorists to remain attentive to signage, observe reduced speed limits in work zones, and exercise increased caution around crews and equipment.

Weather conditions may impact the schedule, as rain or adverse conditions could delay repairs.

I-10 is a key transportation route in Louisiana, supporting both local and interstate travel. Maintenance projects like this are regularly scheduled to maintain infrastructure quality and road safety.