I-20 Eastbound Ramp To Benton Road Set For Intermittent Closures

Since September of 2023, I-20 has been under construction throughout Bossier City, but it would appear the end of this enormous reconstruction project is entering its final days.

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However, as the lion share of the work has already been done, there are a number of smaller projects that need to be handled before the project can be deemed officially completed.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced that one of those smaller projects will be performed this week and will cause a number of intermittent closures of the I-20 eastbound off-ramp to LA 3 (Benton Road) in Bossier City.

The I-20 eastbound exit ramp to Benton Road will be closed several days this week to allow for permanent roadway striping operations to be conducted on the ramp and approaching roadway. This work will be performed weather permitting.

The ramp closures are scheduled as follows:

• Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm
• Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm
• Friday, February 20, 2026 from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm

Eastbound motorists on I-20 may utilize the Hamilton Road, Old Minden Road or Airline Drive exits.

At this time, the commercial motor vehicle (CMV) prohibition will remain in effect due to narrow lane widths at certain locations within the work zone. This is enforced under Louisiana Revised Statute 32:327 from Hamilton Road to Industrial Drive (both directions). CMV drivers must continue to utilize the primary detour of I-220.

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.

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.