Discovery Baton Rouge school expansion traffic and drainage
Baton Rouge
Summary
The Discovery school wants a 20,000-square-foot middle school classroom building on South Harrell's Ferry Road, but neighbors say carpool lines already block driveways for five minutes at a time and back up traffic to the fire station 500 feet away. The case was deferred 30 days so the school can hold a community meeting.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
The school agreed to install flashers on the road at its own expense; a turn lane may also be required.
Discovery students and families gain classroom capacity; the school can grow toward its 800-student history.
The five property owners along South Harrell's Ferry face worse driveway access, traffic, and drainage during construction and operation.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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