News Summary
Bossier City is grappling with significant traffic congestion issues. The North Louisiana Council of Governments (NLCOG) is collecting public feedback on congestion hotspots through an online survey. Key areas of focus include Benton Road, Airline Drive, and 70th Street. The survey aims to identify ‘choke points’ and enhance NLCOG’s long-range transportation plan. The community is encouraged to share experiences and challenges to improve regional traffic conditions while highlighting the economic and safety impacts of current infrastructure issues.
Bossier City is currently facing significant traffic congestion issues, prompting the North Louisiana Council of Governments (NLCOG) to seek public input on the contributing factors to driving delays in the region. The organization is particularly focused on gathering feedback pertaining to congestion spots on Benton Road and Airline Drive in Bossier City, 70th Street near the Jimmie Davis Bridge, and State Road 3276 in Stonewall.
The public is encouraged to participate in an online survey designed to pinpoint areas of congestion, referred to as “choke points,” by allowing motorists to drop pins on a digital map and leave comments about specific issues. This survey is open until August 15 and is a crucial part of NLCOG’s long-range transportation plan, which the organization is required to review and update every five years.
In reflecting on past congestion trends, NLCOG’s director of planning has noted a significant shift in traffic trouble spots. Previously, Mansfield Road at Bert Kouns in Shreveport was the primary choke point; however, the focus has now turned toward Bossier City, where congestion is becoming increasingly problematic. It is important to note that while Bossier City faces challenges, the traffic management issues in this area currently remain less critical compared to major metropolitan hubs like Lafayette and Baton Rouge, where interstates I-10 and I-12 frequently experience severe congestion.
A temporary construction project on Interstate 20 is underway, expected to conclude in the first quarter of 2026. However, feedback related to this construction project is not being solicited through this survey.
Key statistics highlight the reasons for focusing on congestion management in the region. A study by TRIP indicates that 35% of major roadways in the Shreveport area are in poor condition, with an additional 25% rated as mediocre. Furthermore, the report reveals that nearly 9% of bridges in the area are also classified as being in poor condition and in need of urgent repairs. These infrastructure issues contribute to the economic impact local motorists face, as they reportedly lose an average of $2,749 annually due to factors like traffic congestion, the condition of roads, and serious traffic crashes.
The human cost of these traffic issues is equally concerning, with an average of 57 traffic fatalities occurring annually in the Shreveport area from 2018 to 2022. This statistic contributes to Louisiana’s unfortunate ranking as having the 14th highest traffic-related fatalities in the United States.
The approach NLCOG is utilizing for public feedback through the online survey reflects a modernization of their traffic management strategy. This new method is aimed at improving the way input is collected from residents regarding their travel experiences and challenges. All input gathered through the survey will be carefully reviewed, and insights will be incorporated into the congestion management plan.
Residents are encouraged to report persistent choke points by utilizing the survey’s mapping feature. By adding multiple pins to the map, local motorists can contribute significantly to the ongoing understanding and assessment of traffic patterns and issues within the community. NLCOG’s initiative aims to foster a collaborative approach to improving transportation conditions in northwest Louisiana.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport-Bossier Advocate
- KSLA News
- Shreveport Times
- Wikipedia: Traffic congestion
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Transportation traffic
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