Northwest Arkansas Traffic Slowdowns:
Fayetteville-
- Major slowdowns are expected, especially on Dickson Street and West Avenue due to the Bikes, Blues, & BBQ Rally. Events begin at noon Thursday. Slowdowns can also be expected on S. School Avenue near Drake Field from 2-6:30 p.m. due to the Bikes, Blues, and Bombers Air Show. Fayeteville Police say no road closures are planned Thursday unless safety becomes an issue.
- Drivers can also expect slowdowns near the Fulbright Expressway due to construction.
Bentonville- NW 2nd Street is closed between NW A and NW D Street while crews work to replace a water main in the street. The project will be completed September 24.
River Valley:
I-540- Slowdowns are frequently expected from Van Buren to Fort Smith due to an ongoing highway improvement project.
Van Buren- Construction delays will impact drivers taking Rena Road.
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