Phase Two of Douglas Street Closure to Begin Today
Phase one of the Douglas Street closure has been completed, and phase two will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 11.
The westbound lane of Douglas Street will continue to be closed between Storer Avenue and Leverett Avenue. The closure is expected to last until Wednesday, Sept. 25, and will only be closed during the daytime hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Traffic flaggers will be on site to assist vehicles and pedestrians to safely pass through.
Contacts
Drew Watzke, communications manager
Facilities Management and Transit & Parking
479-718-1524,
ajwatzke@uark.edu
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