I-30: Saline County
| County | Miles | Est. Completion |
|---|---|---|
| Saline County | 5.4 | Jan 2025 |
Overview
This project contributed to the six-lane widening of Interstate 30 in Saline County. The additional lanes enhanced the transportation connection through central Arkansas, increased capacity, and improved traveler safety.
Project Updates
Job CA0601 Highway 70 – Sevier Street
This project widened approximately 5.5 miles of Interstate 30 to six lanes and improved interchanges at Highway 67 and Highway 70, extending generally from Highway 70 in Saline County to Sevier Street in Benton.
- Construction Overview
- Widened to 6 lanes between Hwy. 70 and Sevier Street
- Bridge and overpass constructed at Highway 70, Highway 67, South Street, and the Saline River
- Improved Hwy. 67 interchange
- Roundabout at South and Sevier streets
- Construction was substantially complete in January 2025
Construction Progress
Updates:
- Bid Opening
Arkansas Department of Transportation opened contractor bids in December 2018 and the Arkansas State Highway Commission approved a bid for improvements by Johnson Brothers Corporation, awarding the project for $187.3 million.
- Public Involvement
A public involvement meeting was held November 5, 2015. The meeting presented and discussed the proposed plans to widen Interstate 30 in Saline County. A flier, comment form, and map can be downloaded here.
Preliminary Schedule:
Schedules are preliminary and are subject to change as project development progresses.
