West Memphis is Moving Forward: ARDOT’s New Roundabouts Are Transforming the Delta 77 Corridor

If you’ve driven along Hwy. 77 or North 7th Street lately, you’ve probably noticed something big happening—equipment rolling in, cones appearing, and crews hard at work. These aren’t ordinary road repairs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is making major, long-term improvements to one of the most important gateways in West Memphis: the Delta 77 Corridor at the I-40, I-55, and Hwy. 77 interchange.

This is one of the most significant infrastructure upgrades our city has seen in years, and it’s setting the stage for a safer, smoother, more connected West Memphis.

A Better, Faster, Safer Way to Move Around West Memphis

These improvements are not just about pavement. They’re about unlocking easier mobility for residents, visitors, hospital staff, and businesses that rely on this corridor every single day.

Here’s what the project is bringing to our community:

✔ A New Highway 77 Overpass at the BNSF Railroad

Say goodbye to those long waits at train crossings. The new overpass will eliminate delays, improving access to Baptist Memorial Hospital Crittenden and keeping emergency response routes clear and efficient.

✔ Four Modern Roundabouts

Roundabouts are coming to the Delta 77 corridor—and they’re designed to make traffic flow safer, smoother, and more predictable at key intersections. This is a major upgrade for West Memphis and a huge win for reducing congestion.

✔ Upgraded Service Roads and Interstate Ramps

Better on-ramps, off-ramps, and service roads mean less bottlenecking, easier merging, and safer access to both I-40 and I-55.

Why These Upgrades Matter

West Memphis is growing—and fast. With historic investments, new development, hospital expansion, and more traffic entering the region each year, ARDOT’s project ensures our infrastructure keeps pace with our momentum.

These improvements will:

Reduce congestion during peak travel times

Shorten commute times

Improve safety along the entire route

Support long-term economic development

Strengthen access to healthcare and emergency services

This is the kind of progress that shows West Memphis isn’t just preparing for the future—we’re building it.

Roundabouts: A New Look for West Memphis Traffic

Roundabouts are becoming more common across the country because they:

Keep traffic moving continuously

Reduce the number of severe crashes

Handle heavy traffic more efficiently

Require less maintenance than traditional stoplights

If you haven’t driven through one yet, get ready—they’re simple, intuitive, and designed to make your travel safer and less stressful.

Expect Delays Today, Smoother Drives Tomorrow

With construction underway, drivers should expect occasional delays through the project area. The City of West Memphis appreciates your patience as crews work to deliver improvements that will serve our community for decades to come.

The payoff? A safer commute. Faster hospital access. Better connections to I-40 and I-55. And a modern roadway system ready to support the region’s continued growth.

West Memphis is moving forward—with better infrastructure, stronger connectivity, and a roadway system built for the next generation.