Crews Meet Challenges On $283M Arkansas River Bridge

Crews are making progress on the $283 million I-49 Arkansas River Bridge, a key part of the Interstate 49 Extension connecting Missouri to Louisiana. The project features a 5,200-ft steel and concrete bridge designed to improve traffic flow and regional access. Completion is expected in early 2029, with challenges from weather and soil conditions being managed successfully....

Crews are making progress on the $283 million I-49 Arkansas River Bridge, a key part of the Interstate 49 Extension connecting Missouri to Louisiana. The project features a 5,200-ft steel and concrete bridge designed to improve traffic flow and regional access. Completion is expected in early 2029, with challenges from weather and soil conditions being managed successfully....