Motorists across the region are bracing for possible slow‑downs as a key thoroughfare undergoes scheduled upkeep.
The Faulkner County Road Department will conduct one‑way maintenance on Pickles Gap on October 28, limiting eastbound traffic and detouring westbound vehicles, prompting drivers to seek alternate routes.
Pickles Gap Roadwork Scheduled for October 28
The Faulkner County Road Department announced the work in a notice posted by the Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office. The maintenance is set for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It will affect travel on Pickles Gap near Conway.
During the interval, Pickles Gap will operate as a one‑way road eastbound only from Highway 65. No westbound traffic will be allowed on the segment. Drivers heading west will be redirected onto Deer Run Trail.
The department advises motorists to use alternative routes to avoid potential delays. It has not provided specific alternate road recommendations beyond the detour. The advisory emphasizes patience and understanding from the traveling public.
The announcement includes an apology for any inconvenience caused by the roadwork. No further details on the nature of the maintenance have been released. The Faulkner County Road Department will resume normal traffic flow after 3:30 p.m. on the same day.
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