Summary
The bridge stays closed for years to come — the state recommends full demolition and reconstruction with letting around December 2027, and won't reimburse the city if it tears it out itself for a temporary crossing.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city could fund its own demolition and temporary crossing unreimbursed if it wants the bridge open sooner.
Neighbors near the bridge would benefit from any earlier reopening.
Residents relying on the crossing face a detour potentially into late 2027 or later.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Board of Directors - Sep 21, 2026
The closed bridge won't be rebuilt by the state for at least a year and a half; the city is exploring demolishing it and installing a temporary crossing with its own money.
Texarkana, Arkansas Moves to Demolish Closed Bridge Itself as ARDOT Timeline Slips to Late 2027
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Board of Directors - Jul 20, 2026
A resident said the bridge has been closed for nearly two years, forcing emergency vehicles to detour around the tracks. Staff said ARDOT will not fund construction until December 2027 and the city plans to demolish the bridge and install a temporary crossing at its own cost.
Board of Directors - Jun 15, 2026
A resident asked what can be done about a closed bridge. The city manager explained the state will fund a replacement through an ArDOT grant, but design and bidding push construction to late 2027; the city is exploring demolishing the old bridge and installing a temporary crossing itself, likely without reimbursement.
Board of Directors - May 18, 2026
The bridge stays closed for years to come — the state recommends full demolition and reconstruction with letting around December 2027, and won't reimburse the city if it tears it out itself for a temporary crossing.
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