I-210 Bridge Project Nighttime Closures for August 12 – 15, 2019 Near Lake Charles
I-210 Bridge Project Nighttime Closures for August 12 – 15, 2019 Near Lake Charles
The I-210 westbound direction at the I-210 Prien Lake Bridge near Lake Charles (MM 1-3) will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. Monday, August 12 to Thursday, August 15 for continued work on the bridge. All work is weather dependent.
DOTD reminds motorists that traffic congestion is to be expected when approaching the project and within the work zone, especially during peak times.
The alternate routes for passenger vehicles and trucks 25 tons and less are I-10, LA 12 and US 190. LA 12 and US 190 can be accessed via LA 109, LA 27, US 171, or US 165. For trucks greater than 25 tons the alternate routes are I-10, US 190 and LA 12. US 190 and LA 12 can be accessed from the east via US 165 and US 171. Vehicles over 11 feet wide may not travel through the work zone.
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through work zones and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
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