Old Dowlen Road in Beaumont is closed each weekday from June 29 through July 23, 2026, so Entergy crews can replace damaged utility poles between Northwest Parkway and Texas 105.
The City of Beaumont says Old Dowlen Road will close daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. between Northwest Parkway and Texas 105 while Entergy crews replace damaged utility poles.
The closure began June 29 and is scheduled to run through July 23, 2026. Drivers are being told to watch for detour signs, heed advance warnings and use caution in the area.
The city said the work schedule could change because of weather or other unforeseen factors.
What drivers should know
The closure affects a busy corridor near the Parkdale Mall and Dowlen Road area, which could mean delays for commuters, nearby residents and local businesses during weekday travel hours.
This is one of several recent Beaumont-area road disruptions tied to Entergy utility work, reflecting ongoing infrastructure maintenance in the city.
Officials have not said whether the work will finish as planned on July 23 or extend beyond that date.
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