Press Briefing: I-40 Mississippi River Bridge Closure and Future Repairs

WHAT:I-40 Mississippi River Bridge Closure and Future Repairs
Discussion Topics:
– Update on Bridge Condition
– Timeline for Repairs
– Findings from ARDOT Investigation
WHO:Director Lorie Tudor, P.E.
Deputy Director and Chief Engineer Rex Vines, P.E.
WHEN:Monday, May 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
WHERE:ARDOT Auditorium, 10324 I-30, Little Rock, Ark. 72209
CONTACT:Dave Parker at 501-626-4423 (cell)

Virtual attendance is available via: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5sK0xo81RkAezFdlVXsp6Q

Media may submit questions to be answered during the press conference by texting 501-569-2374 with:

  • Organization
  • Name
  • Question

Any questions submitted by the public will be answered after the press conference via @myARDOT using #40MSRiverBridge.

Contact: Krista Sides

NR 21-139

May 16, 2021