MS DOT Portal News

U.S. 98 Pearl River Bridge Traffic Switch, Marion County

Mississippi DOT announces a traffic switch on U.S. 98 over the Pearl River bridge in Marion County. Starting approximately 10 a.m. Friday, April 10, westbound traffic will be placed on the newly constructed eastbound bridge in a head-to-head configuration until the bridge replacement project is complete, anticipated in 2027. Motorists are advised to be on high alert for roadside workers.

Overnight Lane Closures I-55 Jackson Apr 10-May 8

MDOT announces overnight alternating lane closures on I-55 bridges over the Pearl River in Jackson, MS from April 10 to May 8, 2026, between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. nightly. Crews will apply hybrid polymer concrete overlay. Motorists advised to slow down and watch for crews.

I-55 Temporary Closures in Ridgeland, April 13

The Mississippi Department of Transportation issued a traffic advisory on April 13, 2026, announcing temporary closures on both directions of I-55 at Colony Park Blvd. (Exit 107) in Ridgeland due to Entergy crews repairing downed power lines. The closures are expected to last approximately two hours starting at 5 p.m., with traffic being diverted to Colony Park Blvd. and U.S. 51. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes during the closure timeframe.

Memorial Ceremony for Fallen Workers, April 21, 2026

MDOT announced a memorial ceremony on April 21, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the MDOT Administration Building in Jackson to honor workers who lost their lives in service to Mississippi transportation. The ceremony coincides with Work Zone Awareness Week as declared by Gov. Tate Reeves.

Old Byram Rd Bridge Closure Over I-55 Hinds County April 27 Through June 8

The Mississippi Department of Transportation announces a temporary closure of the Old Byram Rd. bridge over I-55 in Hinds County. The closure begins at 7 a.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026, and continues through Monday, June 8, 2026. The closure is for bridge repairs affecting both directions of travel.