Bridge repairs in Milton will be necessary, and the DOTD will be closing the 92 bridge starting next week.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will be closing the highway 92 bridge over the Vermilion River in Milton starting this coming Monday, January 10th.  The closure is needed to replace mechanical equipment on the bridge and to install a new traffic barrier gate.  The work on the bridge is expected to take about six weeks provided the weather cooperates.  Detour routes will be posted and include E. Broussard Road and Johnston Street.

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