Southwest Louisiana Live Traffic Map and Updates
Live traffic map of Southwest Louisiana and current LADOTD traffic updates
Live traffic map of Southwest Louisiana and current LADOTD traffic updates.
Southwest Louisiana Traffic Updates from LADOTD
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Southwest Louisiana Road Construction, Lane Closure, and Travel-related Information
Traffic in Southwest Louisiana
In Southwest Louisiana, the cities of Lake Charles, Sulphur, Westlake, and the area of Moss Bluff typically experience the most traffic congestion problems. The primary roads in these areas are Interstate 10, I-210, and U.S. Highway 171. All three of these roads have at least four lanes, with some areas wider. At times, these roadways are not wide enough to handle the amount of traffic that is trying to use them. In addition to the usual traffic issues, Southwest Louisiana also has two interstate bridges that are both more than sixty years old, and only four lanes wide. The I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge was built in 1951, and in addition to only having four lanes, it is also steeper and more narrow than modern bridges. This leads to slowdowns and crashes that would likely be avoidable on a newer, wider bridge that is not as steep.
In addition to being frustrating to locals and travelers, traffic congestion also has a negative impact on the economy and quality of life for residents of the area.
There have been several efforts made to try to alleviate the traffic congestion problem in Southwest Louisiana. One such effort is widening I-10 to at least six lanes in most of Southwest Louisiana. The widening project is expected to take several years to complete. There have also been talks of building a new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge between Westlake and Lake Charles, but so far no plans have been finalized.
In the meantime, drivers can use our Southwest Louisiana Live Traffic Map, traffic updates, and traffic cameras to help navigate the congestion and avoid construction zones.
Sulphur City Court Ward 4 Bench Warrants Issued for September 18 – 29, 2023
The Sulphur City Court Ward 4 Marshal’s Office has released a list of bench warrants issued for September 18 – 29, 2023.
Intersections Near The Grove Park in Sulphur to be Closed October 1 For Church Event
The intersection of South Ruth Street and Cypress Street, as well as, the intersection of Pecan Street and Pamela Street in Sulphur will be closed on October 1, 2023.
Starting October 1, 2023, SNAP Benefits in Louisiana Increase Due to Federal Cost-of-Living Adjustments
Starting October 1, 2023, more than 300,000 households in Louisiana will receive an increase in their monthly benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the cost-of-living adjustment made by the U.S.