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October 15, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES FOR RIGHT OF WAY ASPHALT IMPROVEMENT

 The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) announces that beginning the week of Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 a.m. there will be asphalt milling and overlay at the below locations. All areas are anticipated to be completed in approximately 3 weeks in each area:

  • Napoleon Avenue (Loyola Avenue - St. Charles Avenue) - riverbound lanes only
  • Press Drive (Chef Menteur Highway - Old Gentilly Road)

  • North Galvez Street (Almonaster Avenue - Clouet Street)

  • 1600-1800 Abundance Street

During this time, temporary lane closures will allow DPW contractor Hard Rock Construction Co. LLC to begin asphalt roadway improvements as part of the DPW771: Right of Way Asphalt Improvement Project in the area to improve drivability.

Traffic control measures — including signage, cones, and fencing — will be in place to ensure the safety of drivers and pedestrians. Parking will be prohibited on blocks where crews are actively working. “No parking” signs will be posted in advance to notify residents and businesses. Local access will be maintained, but drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes during these various closures.

This work is part of the DPW771: Right of Way Asphalt Improvement Project, which includes asphalt milling and overlay with replacement, paving and sidewalk repairs at various locations throughout the city. Hard Rock Construction Co. LLC is leading construction activities, which generally take place 7 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work as needed.

For more information, visit www.nola.gov/dpwprojects or contact the DPW at 504-658-8036 or dpwprojectinfo@nola.gov.

Project page: https://nola.gov/next/public-works/projects/dpw771-citywide-row-asphalt-improvements/