Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development

UPDATE – REOPENED: LA 518 Bridges near Athens, Claiborne Parish

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that, effective immediately, the recently under construction LA 518 bridges are now OPEN to traffic.

These bridges are located east of LA 9 near the village of Athens in Claiborne Parish. (see map included)

The two bridges located on LA 518 were removed and replaced with modern concrete structures as part of the $5.7 million project. Another off-grid bridge located on a parish-owned road (Keen Road) which is also being replaced as part of this project is not yet open to traffic again.

DOTD will issue a notification when Keen Road has been officially reopened.

DOTD sincerely appreciates the patience of the communities who use these structures while this work was underway.

Restrictions/permits: N / A

Alternative route: N / A

Safety reminder:

DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to drive with caution on the construction site and be alert for work crews and their equipment.

Area residents should use caution when driving, walking or biking near an active construction zone.

Further information:

Call 511, visit www.511la.org or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for more information. Out-of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Motorists can also monitor the LA DOTD website at www.dotd.la.gov, by selecting MyDOTD or by visiting the DOTD Facebook and Twitter pages.

Contact details:

Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
[email protected]

The map shows the location of replaced bridges on LA 518 near Athens in Claiborne Parish.