Press Release (Media/Web) DOTD announces the start of a $1.6M Off-System Bridge Preservation Project over Bayou Teche in St. Mary Parish

Press Release (Media/Web)

ST. MARY PARISH, La. – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) announces that work has recently began on a $1,559,383.00 off-system bridge preservation project to preserve the Centerville and Bridge Road (Jennings) Bridges over Bayou Teche in St. Mary Parish.

Work will consist of movable bridge structural, mechanical and electrical repairs, precast concrete piles, and related work.
Work is expected to take place Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting.

Bridge closures are expected throughout the project. The Department will publish additional press releases for these planned bridge closures.

This project is estimated for completion in summer 2026.

The purpose of DOTD’s Off-System Bridge Program is to replace or rehabilitate structurally deficient or functionally obsolete parish structures in a cost efficient manner.

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.

DOTD TRAVEL RESOURCES
DOTD has the following resources in place to assist motorists.

• MyDOTD: Motorists can receive information on local projects, lane and road closures, and other DOTD activity by signing up for MyDOTD at www.dotd.la.gov.
• 511 Traveler Information: Travelers can also find information regarding road closures and traffic by visiting www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511).

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is committed to delivering transportation and public works systems that enhance the quality of life. In addition to more than 16,600 miles of roadway, including over 890 miles of interstate, DOTD supports the development of the state’s aviation, marine and rail infrastructures. Through this work, we are able to facilitate economic development, create job opportunities, improve vital evacuation routes, and make critical freight corridors safer and more efficient.

For more information, please visit www.dotd.la.gov, email [email protected], or call DOTD’s Customer Service Center at (225) 379-1232 or 1-877-4LADOTD (1-877-452-3683). Business hours are 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. For information about LADOTD’s Plan for Transforming Transportation check out www.T4LA.com.

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