Construction on Popular Bossier Road To Slow Traffic For Weeks

It almost reads like another Dickens novel.  It was the best of news, it was the worst of news.

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The good news is that once again we are being informed that the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is working to better the driving experience in Bossier Parish.

The bad news is that, with that work comes another major traffic nightmare with long lines and longer delays.

According to the LA DOTD, beginning this coming Wednesday, March 6 at 7:00 am, the southbound outside (right) lane of LA 3 (Benton Road) will be closed from Melrose Avenue to Citizens Bank Drive in Bossier City.

This lane closure is scheduled to be in place for approximately four weeks, and is necessary to allow the contractor for the Walter O. Bigby Carriageway project to continue construction on the new roadway that will tie in to Benton Road.

The Carriageway project is being managed by the City of Bossier City.

As with all projects from the DOTD, this work will be performed, weather permitting, so if inclement weather strikes, there could be a postponement of scheduled work days or hours.

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.