I-210 Bridge Project Nighttime Closures for November 4 – 7, 2019 Near Lake Charles
I-210 Bridge Project Nighttime Closures for November 4 – 7, 2019 Near Lake Charles
Published November 2, 2019
Nighttime closures on and near the I-210 Bridge in Lake Charles continue. Below are the dates and times of the closures November 4 – 7, 2019.
The I-210 westbound direction (MM 1-3) will be closed from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. Monday, November 4 and Tuesday, November 5.
The I-210 eastbound direction (MM 1-3) will be closed from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. Wednesday, November 6 and Thursday, November 7.
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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