Fort Smith, Ark. – The City of Fort Smith has announced a scheduled road closure at the intersection of Phoenix Avenue and 24th Street beginning Thursday, July 17, as part of a sanitary sewer line replacement project.
According to city officials, all lanes at the intersection will be closed nightly from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. through Sunday, July 20.
The closure is part of the city’s 23-03-A infrastructure project to replace a damaged section of the sanitary sewer system.
To assist with traffic flow, a detour route has been established. Drivers are advised to use Jenny Lind Road to Zero Street, then proceed along Zero Street to 31st Street, and return to Phoenix Avenue to bypass the work zone.
Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, follow posted detour signs, and drive with caution in the area.
The City of Fort Smith thanks residents for their patience during this essential infrastructure improvement.