Connecting Arkansas Program Connecting Arkansas Program
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Overview

These projects contribute to the four-lane widening of Highway 18 between Jonesboro and Blytheville. When complete, the improvements will enhance the transportation connection between the cities, increase capacity, and improve traveler safety.

Project Updates

Job CA1001 Monette Bypass
This project constructs the approximately 3.2-mile, four-lane Highway 18 bypass north of Monette.

Construction Progress

62%

Updates:

  • Construction
    Recent work includes a traffic switch onto Stage 1 bridge construction that occurred in March. The removal of the existing bridge over Cockle Burr Slough continues, and bridge piling has started.
  • Bid Opening
    Bids were opened by the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department in December 2015. The Arkansas State Highway Commission approved a bid for improvements by Robertson Contractors and awarded the project for $13.7 million.

Preliminary Schedule:

View CA1001 Project Map

Job CA1002 Manila – East
This project widens approximately 1.8 miles of Highway 18 to five lanes. The widening generally begins southeast of Manila and heads east through the Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge.

Construction Progress

11%

Updates:

  • Bid Opening
    Bids were opened by the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department in November 2016. The Arkansas State Highway Commission approved a bid for improvements by W.G. Yates & Sons Construction Company and awarded the project for $35.5 million.

Preliminary Schedule:

View CA1002 Project Map

Schedules are preliminary and are subject to change as project development progresses.

 

CAP News What is the Connecting Arkansas Program?

Through a voter-approved constitutional amendment, the people of Arkansas passed a 10-year, half-cent sales tax to improve highway and infrastructure projects.

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CAP Projects Which Projects Are Being Funded By This program?

Thirty-six projects in 19 corridors across Arkansas are included in the CAP, which improves transportation connections to the four corners of Arkansas.

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CAP Frequently Asked Questons Visit the FAQ Section For More Answers!

A collection of some of the most frequently asked questions concerning the Connecting Arkansas Program and the projects funded by the 10-year, half-cent sales tax.

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