BENTON COUNTY | July 29, 2026
New weight restrictions are in place for the Highway 59 bridge over the Illinois River in Benton County south of Siloam Springs.
| Commercial Vehicle Weight Limit | |
| 2-5 Axles | 8 Tons |
| 6+ Axles | 15 Tons |
| Truck/Trailer | 15 Tons |
| Dual Trailer | 17 Tons |
| Emergency Vehicle Weight Limit | |
| Single Axle | 4 Tons |
| Tandem | 7 Tons |
| Gross | 7 Tons |
To preserve the integrity of the bridge, the limits have been re-rated. The new weight restrictions will allow for continued safe operations of the bridge until repairs are made.
Posted signs indicate the new weight changes; the weight restrictions will remain in place until further notice.
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