Keeping Arkansas roads clear during winter weather takes months of preparation, coordination, and real-time decision-making. From stockpiling thousands of tons of salt to using advanced weather sensors and traffic monitoring systems, ARDOT works year-round to ensure safer travel—even in the most challenging conditions.

The Arkansas Highway Commission has appointed Jared Wiley as the new Director of ARDOT, marking a leadership transition for one of Arkansas’s most critical state agencies. With a career spanning nearly 20 years within the department, Wiley steps into the role with a strong foundation in planning, engineering, and a commitment to continuing ARDOT’s legacy of collaboration and progress.

2024 was a dynamic year for Arkansas Good Roads, marked by increased visibility, stronger partnerships, and meaningful progress across the state’s infrastructure efforts. From raising $175,000 for the Fallen Workers Memorial to hosting key policy events and expanding outreach, the organization continues to play a vital role in advancing Arkansas’s roads, safety, and economic growth.