Interstate 10 Calcasieu River Bridge Project

planned

The project involves the construction of a new bridge spanning a 5.5-mile corridor from Ryan St. in Lake Charles to the I-210 and I-10 interchange in Westlake. The new bridge will have six travel lanes, two auxiliary lanes, and shoulders, with a significant reduction in height from 152 feet to about 95 feet. The project includes the widening and reconstruction of I-10 and improvements to 10 to 12 bridges throughout the corridor. The bridge design will reflect the original bridge's look with modern elements and lighting. The project is expected to be completed by August 2031, with tolling starting then and ending in August 2081. Demolition of the current bridge will begin in August 2031.