Closed Portion of LA 34 South of Chatham Slated To Reopen Late Sunday, August 9

(JACKSON PARISH) The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises motorists that the section of LA 34 south of the Town of Chatham in Jackson Parish that was closed for repair on Saturday, August 9th is scheduled to reopen at approximately 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 9th.

The closure and subsequent detour for motorists is necessary to allow DOTD crews to replace a cross-drain pipe beneath the roadway. This important work ensures adequate and proper drainage through the area. This pipe is located approx. 2.9 miles south of the intersection with LA 4. (see included map below)

Restrictions/Permits: Total road closure at the specified location. All vehicles will need to utilize an alternate route.

Alternate Route: Appropriate detour signage will be in place.

This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.

Safety reminder:

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. Remember to leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front of you.

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

Additional information:

Call 511, visit www.511la.org, or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional travel 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 X (Twitter) pages.

To track updates and developments related to the T4LA initiative aimed at enhancing the manner in which DOTD serves the state’s citizens, visit www.T4la.com.