Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced a scheduled outage for the traffic signal at the intersection of US 171 and Opelousas Street in Lake Charles. The temporary shutdown is slated to begin at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, and is expected to last approximately eight hours.

This planned interruption is necessary to allow Entergy crews to perform essential maintenance work on the signal system. Entergy, the local power utility company, routinely conducts such maintenance to ensure the reliability and efficiency of traffic control devices throughout the region.

Motorists and pedestrians who frequently use this intersection should be aware of the potential disruption to their usual routes. During the outage, the intersection will effectively become a four-way stop. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and follow standard right-of-way procedures when approaching the intersection.

The DOTD recommends that drivers plan alternative routes if possible to avoid potential delays. Those who must travel through the affected area should allow extra time for their journey and remain vigilant of other vehicles and pedestrians.

As with any road work or traffic changes, motorists are urged to stay alert, follow all posted signs and instructions, and exercise patience during the outage period.