The western portion of Industrial Drive in Jonesboro and the bridge on Hwy 147 is still closed while repairs are being made. 

According to Jonesboro Mayor James “Spike” Harris, repair crews are waiting on culverts to be delivered and as soon as they are in place Industrial Drive should be reopened all the way, weather permitting.  

As a continued reminder, for those who work at the Jackson Parish Jail located on Gansville Road, or have the need to access the facility, please use the Gansville/Airport Road as an alternative route. Federal Prison workers can continue to access Industrial Drive without any changes.

LA DOTD reports the LA Hwy 147 bridge over Big Creek will be closed for approximately two weeks as LA DOTD workers perform maintenance on the span. The bridge closure is expected to last until Friday, May 30, 2025, weather permitting.

According to LA DOTD, the bridge is located approximately 1.5 miles west of the Hwy 147 intersection with LA 505, east of Jonesboro in Jackson Parish.

LA DOTD reminds drivers never to drive around ‘closed barricades’ for any reason and to be careful when driving through construction area.

For more information during the closure, visit www.dotd.la.gov or call (1-888-762-3511).