The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced an emergency lane closure on June 15 on the I-49 southbound bridge over LA 490 near the Chopin exit in Natchitoches Parish.

The bridge, located at the I-49 and LA 490 interchange near mile marker 114, was reduced to one lane to allow crews to perform emergency bridge maintenance.

DOTD officials said the repairs are expected to require lane closures for approximately one week, weather permitting.

Motorists traveling through the area should expect delays and are encouraged to use caution while maintenance work is underway.