The Arkansas State Highway Commission has approved a $2.7 million bid for improvements to a roadway in Desha and Lincoln counties, according to the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department.
Thomco Inc. of North Little Rock was awarded the contract to replace two bridges on Highway 212.
The first bridge is located in Lincoln County, over Cypress Creek, which is 2 miles east of Gould. The second bridge is in Desha County over a canal, 1.7 miles west of County Road 33.
Construction is scheduled begin in two to four weeks, weather permitting. The project should be complete by spring 2016. Details: Visit IDriveArkansas.com, ArkansasHighways.com or on Twitter @AHTD.