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The crossing is in the New Madrid Seismic Zone, near the fault that triggered massive earthquakes in 1811-1812. read more >

Nearly a billion dollars in funding has been secured for a new bridge over the Mississippi River at Memphis, with construction expected to begin by late 2026. read more >

Arkansas' electric vehicle charging station expansion is on hold as the U.S. Department of Transportation reviews its guidelines for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program. read more >

Jared Wiley, the new director of ARDOT, plans to lead with a long-term vision, emphasizing innovation, transparency, and a strong workplace culture. read more >

The state also closed its requests for proposals as $54.1 million in federal funding hangs in the balance. read more >

The funding will be used for the construction of a four-mile highway that bypasses U.S. Highway 67, providing an alternate route around Corning’s downtown district. read more >

The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act has delivered nearly $4.8 billion to Arkansas since 2022, fueling essential upgrades across highways, bridges, broadband, and clean water systems. read more >

Officials say the new bridge spanning the Mississippi River between West Memphis and Memphis is expected to cost $800 million. read more >

It was ARDOT’s first $1 billion project, it was ARDOT’s first design-build project, and, thanks to an unexpected sewer line location, it was the first time the department used an innovative glass filler compound in a building project. read more >

In nearly 32 years with Garver, Mott has worked in both aviation and construction and with major clients across the state, including Clinton National Airport and the Arkansas Department of Transportation. read more >

The four-lane highway project includes a bridge over the Arkansas River and several interchanges. read more >

Arkansas will receive $54.1 million from the program to build NEVI-compliant electric charging stations throughout the state. The first 19 projects awarded this past year will cost nearly $15 million and are almost exclusively on the interstate system. read more >

Citizens who spoke up about the often-delayed I-30 widening project appear to have gotten results. read more >

Work on the project in Saline County has picked up significantly since ARDOT said it was considering holding contractor Johnson Bros. in default of contract. read more >

It is Steve Frisbee’s unenviable job to make sure the April 8 total solar eclipse doesn’t become a total traffic nightmare for Arkansas. read more >