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July 7, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lane Closures Scheduled for Crescent City Connection Decorative Lighting Maintenance

The City of New Orleans today announced upcoming lane closures as part of the Crescent City Connection Decorative Lighting Project. These closures will allow the contractor, Frischhertz Electric, to perform essential maintenance work, approved by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD).

July 3, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Closure of Tchoupitoulas Street at Gaiennie, Girod, & Natchez

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) announces that beginning Tuesday, July 8, at 7 a.m. There will be intermittent lane closures on Tchoupitoulas Street at the intersections of Natchez Street, Gaiennie Street, and Girod Street to allow DPW contractor, Barriere Construction Co. LLC, to perform Right of Way repairs, complete handicap ramp, and curb repairs as part of the DPW772: CBD Right of Way Improvement Project. Local access will be maintained.

June 26, 2025 | From RoadWork

2025 Annual Procurement Fair/ Industry Day

2025 Annual Procurement Fair and Infrastructure Industry Day  scheduled for Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Gallier Hall New Orleans. 

June 24, 2025 | From RoadWork

LINCOLN BEACH: Newsletter

Lincoln Beach Redevelopment – June 2025 Update

After more than a year of community engagement and planning, the City of New Orleans is entering the next phase of restoring Lincoln Beach. This newsletter highlights where we are in the process, what’s coming next, and what residents can expect.

June 23, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

2025-06-23 Traffic Advisory: Temporary Closure Of Lakebound Canal Street Between S. Claiborne Ave. And N. Galvez St.

June 12, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: FRENCHMEN STREET TO CLOSE DAILY FOR CONSTRUCTION BETWEEN 400–600 BLOCKS

 The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) today announced that Frenchmen Street will be closed to vehicular traffic between the 400–600 blocks daily from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., beginning Thursday, June 19 through Thursday, July 3, to accommodate work related to the DPW773: Right of Way Improvements Project. The street will reopen to traffic at the end of each workday unless extended hours are required.

June 11, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Roadway Safety Improvements on General De Gaulle Drive Near Rue Parc Fontaine

 The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) will perform safety improvements on General De Gaulle Drive near the U-turn at Rue Parc Fontaine on Friday, June 13, 2025, between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. All work is expected to be completed in one day, weather permitting.

May 29, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Closure of Old Poydras Street between S. Galvez Street and Bertrand Street

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) announces that beginning Monday, June 2, at 7 a.m., through Wednesday, June 5, at 5:30 p.m., Old Poydras Street will be closed to through traffic between S. Galvez Street and Bertrand Street. The temporary closure will allow DPW contractor Barriere Construction Co. LLC to complete street repairs as part of the DPW772: Right of Way Improvement Project. Local access will be maintained.

May 23, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Announces Summer Deactivation of School Zone Traffic Systems, Major Milestone Reached on Traffic Camera Revenue CEA with Orleans Parish School Board

Department of Public Works (DPW) announced today that all school zone traffic cameras and flashing beacons have begun being deactivated for the summer break. The process is currently under way with all devices being deactivated to coincide with the last dates that each school will be in session for this school year. All devices will be fully deactivated by July 14th. The City of New Orleans (City) anticipates reactivating these systems when schools resume in August.

May 22, 2025 | From City of New Orleans

Intersection Closure at Mirabeau Avenue and Touro Street

Beginning Tuesday, May 27, The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works contractor, RNGD Construction, LLC, will temporarily close the intersection at Mirabeau Avenue and Touro Street to begin roadway excavation in effort to finish roadway restoration in your area. This closure is expected to remain in effect for one month and will reopen approximately on June 20, 2025. Motorists will still have access to Mirabeau Avenue, eastbound and westbound lanes.