There is good news for the plan to build a new Jimmie Davis bridge and refurbish the existing bridge. Lawmakers have set aside $100 million for this project.
No deal for State Representative Cedric Glover on his proposal to move $100 million dollars from the I-49 inner city connector to the Jimmie Davis Bridge.
The national average of total roadway that is below acceptable standards (crappy and potholey) is 3%. While Louisiana is clocking a smooth 7%, it still isn't the worst.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is in the processing of closing a portion of I-49 in North Caddo Parish due to winter weather conditions