West Memphis, Arkansas – Motorists traveling between Memphis, Tennessee, and West Memphis, Arkansas, should prepare for overnight traffic restrictions on the Interstate 40 Hernando de Soto Bridge beginning Sunday, November 15, 2026.
The bridge, which carries traffic across the Mississippi River, is scheduled to undergo routine maintenance that will require lane closures in both directions.
The restrictions are planned from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. each night, beginning Sunday, November 15, and continuing through Thursday, November 19.
The work will take place if weather conditions allow crews to complete the scheduled maintenance safely.
Both directions will be affected by overnight restrictions
According to the announcement, eastbound and westbound lanes will be closed at the same time during the maintenance period.
The restrictions will include both single and double lane closures, affecting the middle and outside lanes of the bridge.
Although the work is scheduled overnight, drivers traveling between Arkansas and Tennessee during those hours should be prepared for changes in traffic patterns and possible delays.
Crews will use barrels, barricades and signs to direct vehicles through the affected areas.
Motorists are encouraged to pay close attention to posted warnings, reduce their speed when necessary and remain alert while crossing the bridge.
The maintenance schedule remains dependent on weather conditions, meaning the planned work could be affected by unfavorable weather.
Drivers using I-40 during the announced hours should allow additional travel time and exercise caution around maintenance crews and temporary traffic controls.
