NEWS RELEASE

JEFFERSON PARISH, LOUISIANA

May 5, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ROAD CLOSURE HARVEY TUNNEL WESTBOUND

JEFFERSON, LA –The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces a full closure of the Harvey Tunnel westbound on Wednesday, May 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. The closure is necessary for routine cleaning and maintenance that is performed every two months. As an alternate route, drivers can use the elevated Westbank Expressway, Lapalco Boulevard or Fourth Street.

All construction activity is weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. DOTD appreciates the motoring public’s patience and reminds drivers to please exercise caution when traveling through work zone areas and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment. Area residents should exercise caution when driving, walking or biking near an active work zone.

Motorists can access the latest updates on real-time traffic and road conditions using the 511 Traveler Information System by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region on which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511). Travelers can also access this information by visiting the 511 Traveler Information Web site at www.511la.org.

For more information about Jefferson Parish, visit www.JeffParish.net.  Residents can also receive regular updates by following the Parish on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@JeffParishGov).

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