Conway, Arkansas – Downtown Conway drivers and residents should prepare for evening roadwork as a major asphalt overlay project is scheduled to begin this month. Rogers Group will start milling and paving operations on Sunday, September 7, at 6:00 p.m., with much of the work taking place during the evening through September 16. While some operations may occur during daylight hours, city officials emphasize that night work will minimize disruptions for businesses and traffic during peak hours.
To accommodate the project, street parking will be prohibited in the affected areas on the dates of scheduled work. Residents are advised to plan ahead and seek alternative parking to avoid fines or towing. The project covers multiple downtown streets, including Main Street, Chestnut Street, Front Street, Locust Avenue, and Parkway Avenue, among others.
“Milling and paving are essential steps to maintain and improve our downtown streets,” said a city spokesperson. “We appreciate the public’s patience while we complete this important infrastructure work and encourage everyone to follow posted signs and detours for their safety.”
The milling portion of the project will begin on Main Street between Harkrider Street and Front Street on September 7. The work will then move to Chestnut Street, Front Street, Locust Avenue, and Parkway Avenue over the next several days. Milling involves removing the top layer of existing asphalt to prepare the surface for a smooth new layer of pavement.
Paving operations are set to start around 8:00 p.m. on September 7, beginning on Main Street from Harkrider Street to Chestnut Street. Over the following nights, paving crews will move along Chestnut Street, Front Street, Locust Avenue, and Parkway Street, completing the overlay project on September 16. The coordinated schedule of milling and paving is designed to allow the streets to reopen quickly after each segment is completed.
City officials note that these improvements are critical to maintaining safe, durable roadways for both residents and visitors. The overlay is expected to extend the life of downtown streets, reduce potholes and cracks, and improve overall driving conditions.
Residents and drivers are urged to remain alert for construction equipment, workers, and temporary detours. The city also encourages the public to plan extra travel time during the evening hours when crews are actively milling and paving streets.
By the conclusion of the project on September 16, downtown Conway is expected to have smoother, more reliable roads, improving the driving experience for everyone and supporting the local economy by maintaining accessible streets for businesses and visitors alike.
