News Summary
The North Louisiana Council of Governments (NLCOG) seeks public participation in an online survey to tackle traffic congestion in Caddo, Bossier, Webster, and DeSoto parishes. Residents can identify congestion hotspots and provide feedback on their experiences. The survey aims to gather insights for a long-range transportation plan and will remain open until August 15, 2025. Key areas of focus include Benton Road and Airline Drive, among others. The feedback collected will significantly influence future transportation infrastructure improvements.
Bossier City – The North Louisiana Council of Governments (NLCOG) is inviting public input to address increasing traffic congestion problems across four parishes, including Caddo, Bossier, Webster, and DeSoto. The online survey will remain open until August 15, 2025, allowing residents to identify key locations that contribute to longer drive times and to share feedback on specific congestion points.
The focus of the survey includes areas such as Benton Road and Airline Drive in Bossier City, 70th Street near the Jimmie Davis Bridge, and State Road 3276 in Stonewall, among others. Through an interactive map, users can easily drop “pins” on identified congestion hotspots and leave comments. Completing the survey takes approximately five minutes and is expected to yield valuable insights for long-term transportation planning.
Survey Purpose and Importance
NLCOG’s primary goal for gathering public feedback is to inform a long-range transportation plan that is updated every five years. Chris Petro, NLCOG’s planning director, emphasized that they are particularly interested in feedback on various streets within the focus parishes. However, residents are advised that the survey will not take into account concerns related to ongoing construction on Interstate 20, which is considered temporary and anticipated to conclude by early 2026.
Traffic Trends and Patterns
According to previous data, the most congested area was historically the intersection of Mansfield Road and Bert Kouns in Shreveport, but recent trends indicate that traffic congestion is now increasingly pronounced in Bossier City. Despite this, NLCOG reports that traffic congestion in the region is relatively less severe compared to larger urban centers such as Lafayette and Baton Rouge.
NLCOG is also concentrating on key issues such as road maintenance, enhancing neighborhood connectivity, and developing walkable communities. A recent report from TRIP highlights concerning statistics about roadway conditions in Shreveport, revealing that 35% of major roads are in poor condition, with an additional 25% rated as mediocre. Moreover, 9% of bridges in the Shreveport area are classified as poor, indicating an immediate need for repairs.
Economic and Safety Impacts
The economic implications of traffic congestion and poor road conditions are significant for Shreveport’s residents. Motorists are estimated to lose about $2,749 annually due to various factors including traffic delays and the deteriorating state of roadways. Over the span of four years from 2018 to 2022, Shreveport saw an average of 57 traffic-related fatalities each year, highlighting a concerning trend in roadway safety. Poor infrastructure and safety features have been recognized as likely contributing factors to these serious accidents.
Conclusion
NLCOG’s outreach for community feedback represents a proactive step towards addressing the traffic congestion challenges faced by residents. Increased public participation in the survey may lead to actionable data that can significantly improve transportation conditions and safety in the region. Residents are encouraged to engage in the process as the feedback collected will play a key role in shaping the future of local transportation infrastructure.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Bossier Advocate
- Wikipedia: Traffic congestion
- KSLA News
- Google Search: traffic congestion Louisiana
- Shreveport Times
- Google Scholar: traffic congestion Shreveport
- JOC: Gulf States Traffic Disruptions
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Road transport
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