MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 26-16 Caution Advisory NM 291.6 I-49 Bridge

Little Rock District USACE
Published April 21, 2026
Navigation Notice

Navigation Notice

PUBLIC WEBSITE: Notices to Navigational Interests (NTNI) https://ndc.ops.usace.army.mil/ords/f?p=107:1
NAVIGATION NOTICE Number SWL 26-16
McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System
April 21st,2026

In Reply Refer to: CESWL-OP

P. O. Box 867
Little Rock, AR 72203-0867
PH. 501-324-5096

CAUTION ADVISORY
INTERSTATE-49 BRIDGE NM 291.6
MCCLELLAN-KERR ARKANSAS RIVER NAVIGATION SYSTEM

Mariners are advised that bridge construction falsework is located in the river at NM 291.6, downstream of James W. Trimble Lock and Dam (No. 13). These obstructions will be in place intermittently during the I-49 Bridge construction and may be submerged depending on river conditions.

Although the obstructions are located outside of the navigation channel, mariners should exercise caution when transiting the area and remain aware of potential changes to navigation due to construction activities. Updates and further notices will be issued as needed.

Questions or requests for additional information concerning this notice should be directed to the Little Rock District Office at (501) 324-5739 or you may email CESWL-OP-OM@usace.army.mil.

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Chief, Operations Division
Contact
Public Affairs
501-324-5551
ceswl-pa@usace.army.mil

Release no. 26-046