Pulaski County, Arkansas – Pulaski County motorists should prepare for traffic disruptions as eastbound lanes of Colonel Glenn Road, located beneath the Interstate 430 (I-430) bridge, will be closed for nearly a week. The closure is set to begin at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, March 31, and will last until 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, as crews work to repair damage caused by an over-height vehicle impact on the southbound I-430 bridge.
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According to the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT), the repair work is necessary to ensure the structural integrity of the bridge and maintain road safety for all drivers. The full eastbound lane closure will allow crews to conduct thorough inspections and make the required fixes without interruptions from passing traffic.
To assist drivers, digital message boards, cones, and signage will be placed along the route to provide clear directions about the closure. ARDOT is urging motorists to plan ahead and take the designated detour.
Detour Route for Eastbound Traffic
Motorists traveling east on Colonel Glenn Road will need to take the following detour:
• Merge onto I-430 southbound and continue to Exit 1
• Take Highway 5 east to connect with I-430 northbound
• Re-enter I-430 northbound at Exit 4 to resume travel
Drivers are advised to allow for extra travel time and exercise caution when navigating detours.
For real-time updates and additional travel information, motorists can visit IDriveArkansas.com or ARDOT.gov.
