ARDOT to Install Roundabout at Local Intersection

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) recently concluded the public comment period for the upcoming construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Hwy 158 & Hwy 163. The purpose of the project is to improve overall safety and traffic flow for this location. For additional information regarding the roundabout, click on the photo above.

The City of Brookland Looks to Upgrade School St. Intersection

Fisher & Arnold are set to begin a traffic study at the intersection of School Street and Hwy 49 in Brookland. Mayor Kenneth Jones has stated that this study will kick off phase 1 of intersection improvements on School Street that will include turn lanes on east and west bound lanes.

Red Wolf Boulevard Receives Fresh Pavement

Those of you that have travelled along Red Wolf Boulevard (Stadium) recently may have noticed that ARDOT completed a large overlay project. The new pavement spans from Race Street all the way to I-555. Clean pavement and a smooth drive is always something to be excited about!

Work on the MLK Extension Expected to Begin This Summer

Originally, work for the MLK extension between Farville and I-555 was expected to begin in November of 2020. District Engineer Brad Smithee has stated that delays have caused the expected contract letting to be postponed until late summer of 2021. He added that utility work and right of way acquisitions is expected to begin in the coming weeks and months.

I-555 Rehabilitation Continues

Despite a brief delay during the winter months, progress continues with the I-555 rehabilitation project. Presently, the final asphalt surfacing has begun for the North bound lanes. Once the work on the North bound lanes has been completed, traffic can be moved to that side and allow work on the South bound lanes to begin. ARDOT expects that this second phase could begin as early as late Spring or early Summer if weather permits.

New Ramps from I-555 to Red Wolf Boulevard

ARDOT is set to add two new ramps at Red Wolf Boulevard and I-555.  The ramps will prevent drivers from turning left across Red Wolf as they exit from I-555. This is another project expected to improve both traffic flow and safety. The work is expected to begin this month, and should not significantly impact current traffic.

New Safety Action Plan is Completed!

The biennial update of the Move Safe Action Plan provides an evaluation of existing traffic and safety data for Craighead County for the identification and future improvement of critical crash corridors within the region. To view the Safety Action Plan, click on the photo above!

FY 21-24 TIP Draft Coming Soon!

The FY 2021-2024 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) will include all transportation improvements planned or programmed in Craighead County that will receive federal funding for implementation between 2021 and 2024. This plan will be available in the coming months.