S’port/Bossier Parkways To See Lane Closures All Month
In what appears to be the first real traffic issues of the construction of the new Jimmie Davis Bridge, Shreveport and Bossier City's traffic near Red River could slow considerably for the next several weeks.
In an announcement from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, motorists are advised that the following lane closures have been scheduled to begin in relation to the upcoming Jimmie Davis Bridge project over the Red River in Caddo & Bossier Parishes.
- Monday, May 6, 2024: Southbound inside lane of Arthur Ray Teague Parkway from Reeves Marine Drive to Jimmie Davis Bridge in Bossier Parish
- Tuesday, May 7, 2024: Northbound outside lane of Clyde Fant Parkway at the Jimmie Davis Bridge in Caddo Parish
These lane closures are necessary to allow for the mobilization of the cranes in preparation for construction on the new bridge to begin.
Motorists should anticipate these lane closures to be in place until approximately Tuesday, May 28, 2024.
To read more about the Jimmie Davis Bridge project and access additional information and resources, click here.
As with all projects from the La. DOTD, this work will be done weather permitting, so inclement weather could cause delays, extensions or other modifications to this work schedule.
DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking, or biking near an active construction zone.
Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional information. Out-of-state travelers may call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists may also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD, or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.
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