Westbound I-10 to close in Jeff Davis Parish for bridge construction

IOWA, La. (KLFY) -- Motorists heading west on I-10 in Jeff Davis Parish will have to take a detour soon, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

I-10 westbound at U.S. 165 (Exit 44 to Kinder) will be fully closed to traffic starting Monday, May 5.

The closure is necessary for work crews to build the new I-10 westbound bridge, travel lanes, exit ramp and on-ramp, according to DOTD.

Motorists are advised to detour using La. 101, then traveling north to U.S. 165...