Army Corps of Engineers sounds caution about traffic on Arkansas dams, bridges during eclipse

Alex Kienlen
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Army Corps of Engineers is encouraging caution for travelers during the April 8 eclipse on Arkansas dams and bridges.

Officials said drivers should not stop on COE bridges or dams during the eclipse. They said they are concerned that stopping on these structures will only worsen expected eclipse traffic tie-ups.

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Corps officials said the agency is coordinating with local law enforcement to ensure nobody stops on a dam or bridge.

Corps officials also reminded drivers to watch for foot traffic during the event.

Visitors to corps facilities are encouraged to bring all the supplies they need. Officials said the influx of people is expected to make trips to a gas station or grocery store complex and lengthy.

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Earlier, the corps had warned about problems with national park admission due to the expected influx of visitors. Problems included running out of parking room or being so over-capacity that parks would have to stop admitting people.

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