Plans underway to deepen Arkansas River Navigation System
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will deepen the Arkansas River channel from 9 feet to 12 feet, allowing barges to carry approximately 43% more cargo.
Source: 4029tv.com
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will deepen the Arkansas River channel from 9 feet to 12 feet, allowing barges to carry approximately 43% more cargo.
Labor issues are holding back barge commerce on the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System and elswhere on the inland waterways.