Shreveport's Knight Street To Close Northbound Lane For Construction

Shreveport drivers should plan for a significant traffic change on Knight Street starting Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The City of Shreveport will close the northbound lane from Flyer Drive to South Pointe Parkway to build a new northbound lane, keeping a vital corridor on schedule for long-term improvements.

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The closure affects only the northbound lane between Flyer Drive and South Pointe Parkway beginning late Sunday morning. Southbound traffic will remain open through the construction zone. Two-way traffic will be maintained between South Pointe Parkway and Shreveport-Barksdale Highway, so drivers can still make local trips while work progresses.

Courtesy of the City of Shreveport

Detours Around the Shreveport Construction

Northbound vehicles coming from Preston Avenue will be detoured to Flyer Drive, then Dee Street, then South Pointe Parkway, returning to Knight Street.

Signs will be posted to guide motorists along the marked route. Building a little extra time into your trip will help you avoid last-minute lane changes and frustration.

Erin McCarty

Access for businesses and residents

Construction requires temporary removal of some driveways on the east side of Knight Street within the work zone. The contractor will provide and maintain temporary driveway access to every affected property during the closure, so customers, deliveries, and residents can still get where they need to go. If you have specific access questions, contact City Engineering at 318-673-6000.

Erin McCarty

Stay Safe on Shreveport Streets

Drivers are urged to slow down in the corridor, follow all posted signs and detours, and stay alert for crews and equipment. Keeping speeds down and eyes up protects workers and keeps traffic moving. The city appreciates the patience of motorists as this project moves forward to improve a heavily used link in southeast Shreveport.

Shreveport Knight Street Construction Progressing

This phase builds the new northbound lane on Knight Street, a step that supports smoother traffic flow and safer access in the future. Short-term inconvenience now paves the way for long-term benefits, including better capacity and a cleaner ride through one of the city’s busiest areas. Questions about timing, access, or traffic control can be directed to City Engineering.