Harrison Downtown Bridge Set To Open in August After Construction

The Business 65 Bridge in Downtown Harrison is set to reopen after being closed for replacement in 2024.

The long-awaited Main Street Bridge in Harrison is scheduled to open Friday, August 14. The City of Harrison announced that the Arkansas Department of Transportation plans to hold a ceremony at 11 a.m. before opening the bridge to vehicles.

Work on the bridge has been among Harrison’s most visible transportation projects. City officials have regularly shared construction images and updates while reminding residents that the structure could not open until ARDOT granted final approval.

The project is expected to improve movement through the Main Street corridor once normal traffic resumes. Drivers should continue following existing signs and restrictions until the bridge is formally opened by transportation officials.

Mayor Jerry Jackson previously identified the Main Street Bridge opening as an important event during Harrison’s 150th-anniversary year. The project has also been discussed alongside downtown redevelopment and other investments intended to support long-term growth.

Residents interested in attending the ceremony should monitor official city and ARDOT communications for parking and traffic instructions. The city said more information will be provided before the August 14 event.

(This story was produced by A.I. from information released by the City of Harrison)