Sulphur, Louisiana – Drivers navigating Sulphur’s streets should prepare for temporary road closures as the city moves forward with a significant infrastructure project. City officials have announced that several intersections along Ruth Street will be closed for approximately two days each in early June 2025, as part of the ongoing concrete street rehabilitation capital project ST22-2.
Schedule of Closures
The planned closures are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, and continue through Wednesday, June 4, 2025. City officials have outlined the affected intersections as follows:
Tuesday, June 3, 2025:
- Ruth Street and Bryan Street
- Ruth Street and Ash Street
- Ruth Street and Pine Street
Wednesday, June 4, 2025:
- Ruth Street and Elizabeth Street
- Ruth Street and Church Street
- Ruth Street and Cherry Street
- Ruth Street and Oak Street
The closures are necessary to allow for saw cutting—a process where specialized equipment is used to cut through concrete. Saw cutting is a crucial early stage in concrete street rehabilitation, as it helps prepare the roadway for removal and replacement, ensuring a smoother and more durable surface once work is completed.
Longer-Term Closures Expected at Key Intersections
While most intersections are expected to reopen after roughly two days, the intersections at Ruth Street and Bryan Street, as well as Ruth Street and Ash Street, may experience extended closures. City officials have not specified an end date for these particular locations, cautioning motorists to plan alternate routes.
Safety and Traffic Management
The City of Sulphur urges all drivers to follow posted signage and use caution in the work zones. Construction projects like these often bring traffic pattern changes, potential delays, and an increased presence of workers and machinery. Motorists are encouraged to allow extra time for travel in the affected areas and to remain alert to avoid incidents.