La. 317 to be closed as a precaution

From the Department of Transportation and Development:

As a preemptive measure prior to the arrival of Tropical Storm Francine, DOTD announces that beginning Tuesday, September 10, 2024, LA 317 will be closed at the protection levee crossing, effective immediately.

This closure is expected to remain in place until the severe weather subsides and the route is deemed passable for the traveling public.

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).