The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the permanent closure of the Washington Street exit on I-10 in East Baton Rouge Parish. Work will begin on Wednesday, February 18, with nightly closures in place through Sunday, February 22.
The closure is intended to eliminate dangerous weaving movements and reduce bottlenecks that have contributed to crashes and delays, particularly from the high volume of vehicles merging from the Mississippi River Bridge. Removing the exit will improve safety and traffic flow along this corridor.
Work will include installing concrete barriers, removing signage and restriping the area. The ramp will be fully removed as part of the ongoing I-10 widening project.
Motorists seeking access to downtown Baton Rouge are advised to use the I-110 South exit to Terrace Avenue or the I-10 West exit to Nicholson Drive/Highland Road exit.
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.
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