On Wednesday morning, Oct. 22, 2025, drivers on Interstate 10 eastbound through Baton Rouge experienced significant delays near the LSU exits.
A lane closure between Lori Burgess Avenue and Perkins Road, part of emergency repairs at the City Park Lake approach, reduced traffic to a single lane, causing congestion over the Mississippi River Bridge and delays of nearly an hour by 6:30 a.m (www.wbrz.com).
Emergency Repairs and Lane Closures
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) closed sections of the I-10 eastbound main lanes for repairs to the City Park Lake bridge structure.
The closure extended from the I 10/I 110 split through East Baton Rouge Parish near LSU.
According to DOTD, several ramps and lanes would remain closed at various times through Oct. 25 as crews work overnight to complete the emergency project (www.wbrz.com).
Drivers were urged to use alternate routes or allow extra time for their commute.
Impact on Commuters
Traffic was backed up over the Mississippi River Bridge into Port Allen, with delays reported near La. 415.
Morning commuters reported travel times of nearly an hour through the affected stretch (www.wbrz.com).
Emergency responders and road crews monitored the area to maintain safety and keep traffic flowing.
Context & Outlook
The I 10 corridor through Baton Rouge is already undergoing a long-term widening and reconstruction project.
DOTD officials said the emergency repairs were necessary to address issues discovered during ongoing construction, and they expect to restore normal lane configurations once repairs are completed later in the week (www.wbrz.com).
Motorists are advised to stay updated via DOTD announcements and local news for the latest information on closures and detours.
Sources
Information for this article comes from WBRZ and official DOTD announcements dated Oct. 22, 2025 (www.wbrz.com). This summary aims to inform drivers about current road conditions without endorsing a particular route or viewpoint.
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