LA 1256 (Ruth St / Old Hwy. 27) Northbound Lane Closures Between January 31 – March 1, 2019
LA 1256 (Ruth St / Old Hwy. 27) Northbound Lane Closures January 31 – March 1, 2019
Updated February 20, 2019 – LADOTD has indicated that the lane closure will now continue through March 1, 2019, rather than the previously stated dates.
Updated February 15, 2019 – LADOTD has indicated that the lane closure will now continue through Monday, February 18, 2019, rather than the previously stated date of February 14.
Updated February 6, 2019 – LADOTD has indicated that the lane closure will continue until Thursday, February 14, 2019, rather than the previously stated date of February 7.
LADOTD reports that the northbound lane on LA 1256 located between Mercury Street and Carlyss Drive will be closed starting Thursday, January 31, 2019, and continuing through Thursday, February 7, 2019, Thursday, February 14, 2019, Monday, February 18, 2019, March 1, 2019, between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily as weather permits. Thru traffic will be maintained during the closure periods.
Closures are necessary for road work.
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through work zones being on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
View the approximate location of the lane closure and a link to our live traffic map and DOTD updates below.
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