New Weight Restrictions Posted for Browns Creek Bridge in Yell County

YELL COUNTY | August 23, 2022

New weight restrictions have been announced for the Browns Creek Bridge in Yell County, 1.5 miles west of Plainview on Highway 28.

Posting VehicleLoad Posting
Code 4 (3 axles)3 Tons
Code 9 (4 axles)3 Tons
Code 5 (5 axles)5 Tons

The integrity of the bridge can no longer support more than the posted weight limit. The new weight restrictions will allow for continued safe operations of the bridge until repairs can be made.

Signs are posted in the area to indicate the new weight changes. The weight restrictions will remain in place until further notice. Additional travel information can be found at IDriveArkansas.com or ARDOT.gov.   

Contact: Ellen Coulter

NR 22-204

August 23, 2022