Sulphur, Louisiana - Sulphur drivers should expect intermittent lane closures on U.S. Highway 90 westbound as roadwork is scheduled between Picard Road and Kim Street over a two-day period in January 2026.
According to the published traffic notice, work on U.S. 90 westbound in Sulphur is set to begin Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, at 7 a.m. and continue through Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, until 7 p.m. each day. The closure will affect the center lane, and it will be a partial, intermittent closure, meaning the lane will not remain closed continuously but will be shut down at various times during those hours as crews perform work.
Where The Roadwork Will Take Place
The temporary lane impacts will occur on:
- Route: U.S. 90 Westbound
- City: Sulphur, in Calcasieu Parish
- Start cross street: Picard Road
- End cross street: Kim Street
This stretch of U.S. 90 serves as a key corridor through Sulphur, carrying local and through traffic, including commuters, commercial vehicles, and residents traveling between neighborhoods, businesses, and industrial sites in the area.
Type Of Closure And What “Intermittent” Means
The notice describes the change in traffic pattern as a partial closure of the center lane with intermittent lane closure activity.
In practice, “intermittent” means:
- The center lane will be open at some times and closed at others during the listed hours.
- Traffic control, such as cones or barricades, will be used to block off the lane only when workers or equipment are present in that area.
- Drivers may experience short-term slowdowns or brief delays when the lane is closed and workers are active.
Because only the center lane is affected, at least one through lane in each direction is expected to remain open for traffic during the work periods, based on the information provided.
Dates And Times Drivers Need To Know
The roadwork schedule is:
- Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. – intermittent center lane closure
- Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. – intermittent center lane closure
Effects On Traffic In Sulphur
Partial lane closures on a busy highway like U.S. 90 in Sulphur commonly result in:
- Slower traffic flow near the work zone
- Possible congestion during rush hours or school and shift changes
- More frequent lane changes as drivers merge around the closure
Motorists traveling between Picard Road and Kim Street, and nearby areas, on U.S. 90 westbound should plan a little extra time, especially if they have fixed appointments, school drop-offs, or work shifts that fall within the 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. window.
Because the closure is intermittent, drivers may pass through with minimal delay at some times and face more significant slowdowns at others, depending on the exact timing of the work.
Safety Considerations For Drivers
Even without a full closure, work zones present additional risks, particularly when lanes open and close at intervals. Transportation officials typically urge drivers to:
- Reduce speed when approaching and passing through the work zone
- Stay alert for workers, equipment, and changing traffic patterns
- Avoid sudden lane changes near cones and barricades
- Follow posted signs and any directions from flaggers, if present