Crash on I-10 Eastbound Near Port Allen Blocks Right Lane

Incident causes traffic backup on major Louisiana highway

Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:07pm

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A crash on Interstate 10 eastbound near the La. 1 northbound exit in Port Allen, Louisiana has left the right lane blocked, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. The incident occurred around 8 a.m. near mile marker 154, causing a traffic backup as far as South Lobdell Highway.

Why it matters

I-10 is a major east-west interstate highway that runs through Louisiana, connecting Baton Rouge to other major cities. Crashes and lane closures on this busy highway can cause significant delays and congestion, impacting commuters and commercial traffic.

The details

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development reported that the right lane of I-10 eastbound near the La. 1 northbound exit in Port Allen is currently blocked due to a crash that occurred around 8 a.m. this morning. The incident is located near mile marker 154, and traffic is backed up as far as the South Lobdell Highway exit.

  • The crash occurred around 8 a.m. on March 15, 2026.

The players

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Louisiana's transportation infrastructure, including major highways like I-10.

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What’s next

Motorists in the area are advised to use caution and consider alternate routes to avoid the traffic backup caused by the crash.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of maintaining safe and efficient roadways, as crashes on major thoroughfares like I-10 can have widespread impacts on commuters and commercial traffic in the region.