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metlmn
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Jan 05, 2014

I-49

Anyone familiar with I 49 form Shreveport to I 10? Is this hwy in good shape?

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  • I 49 is one of your best bets. You haven't said what you will be doing on the other southern end. Getting through Baton Rouge can be a problem try to cross BR after 6 PM and before the morning rush.

    Unless you have a real interest in going to New Orleans I would take I-12 to bypass the city.
  • Just traveled it over the Christmas holidays. It is in good shape.
  • Thanks to all for the info. Heading for Florida tomorrow to get out of this arctic air!
  • Beats the heck out of old LA-1 or US-71. I remember a 7 to 8 hour drive on those before I-49 was built.

    My son drove it last August - said the road is very good.
  • It's as good (or bad) as any other Interstate. I have taken the road many times and it's just fine.