July 9, 2026 | From City of New Orleans
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Traffic Pattern Change on Crowder Boulevard Bridge Beginning Friday, July 10
New Orleans – The City of New Orleans advises motorists that the southbound (interstate-bound) Crowder Boulevard Bridge over the Morrison Canal at Morrison Road will be closed beginning Friday, July 10, to facilitate necessary bridge repairs.
To maintain traffic through the corridor, all southbound traffic will be temporarily shifted onto the northbound Crowder Boulevard Bridge. The northbound bridge will operate with one lane of northbound traffic and one lane of southbound traffic across the bridge. After crossing the Morrison Canal, southbound traffic will be transitioned back onto the southbound side of Crowder Boulevard. (See map.)
This temporary traffic pattern is being implemented following a bridge assessment to ensure public safety while repair work is underway.
Motorists traveling through the area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use extra caution while traveling through the temporary traffic configuration. Traffic control devices, barriers, pavement markings, and signage will be in place to safely direct motorists through the work zone.
The City currently anticipates this traffic pattern will remain in place for approximately six months. The full scope of repairs and rehabilitation is being evaluated in coordination with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and multiple contractors to determine the extent of the work, estimated cost, and project timeline. Additional information is expected to be available next week.
The City recognizes these repairs will occur alongside the ongoing Morrison Road improvement project and appreciates the public's patience as these important infrastructure improvements move forward. While both projects are located in the same corridor, they are separate construction activities with different schedules. Public safety remains the City's highest priority.
For additional information, contact the Department of Public Works at 504-658-8000.
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