56-year-old Highway 42 bridge over St. Francis River in Coldwater collapses; cause unknown, ARDOT investigating.

56-year-old Highway 42 bridge over St. Francis River in Coldwater, closed since Nov 2023 due to weaknesses in support columns, has collapsed. Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) was working with an engineering consultant for repair plans. Cause of collapse is unknown; ARDOT engineers are investigating. Traffic should use an existing detour.

June 28, 2024
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