DOTD announces Algiers, Chalmette ferry disruptions Monday

FOX 8 received this news release fromDOTD Friday afternoon: On Monday, June 24, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) will be conducting electrical tests and maintenance, causing brief intermittent interruptions to ferry service at Algiers Point and Chalmette, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

FOX 8 received this news release from DOTD Friday afternoon:

On Monday, June 24, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) will be conducting electrical tests and maintenance, causing brief intermittent interruptions to ferry service at Algiers Point and Chalmette, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Pedestrians may use the RTA Bus Service as an alternative route to the east bank. RTA bus routes and schedules can be found at www.norta.com or by calling 504-248-3900.

DOTD apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates your patience as we complete the tests and maintenance.

More information about the CCCD ferries can be found at www.dotd.louisiana.gov/operations/cccd/. Travelers can follow the ferries on Twitter.com at Canal_Ferry and Chalmette_Ferry. For traffic information, dial 511 or visit www.511la.org. Out-of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511).

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