But the interstate isn’t the only red zone. From the “Dead Man’s Curve” of Highway 7 to the chaotic intersections of Little Rock, here are the roads you need to watch out for in 2026.
1. The “Freight Alley”: I-40 (Little Rock to West Memphis)
This corridor is the trucking spine of America, and it shows.
- The Danger Zone: The 130-mile stretch across the Delta.
- The “Wall of Trucks”: This route carries one of the highest volumes of semi-truck traffic in the US. If you are in a sedan, you are often driving in the “blind spots” of three different 18-wheelers at once.
- The Construction: The perpetual widening projects near Proctor and Forrest City have created narrow lanes with concrete barriers. If a truck drifts six inches, there is nowhere for you to go.
- The Fog: In the cooler months, heavy fog rolls off the rice fields and swamps, dropping visibility to zero instantly.
2. The Intersection List: 2 Spots to Watch
Arkansas cities have “stroads” (high-speed commercial streets) that are notorious for severe collisions.
A. Asher Avenue & University Avenue (Little Rock)
If you ask any Little Rock local where the worst traffic is, this is the answer.
- The Record: It consistently ranks as the #1 most dangerous intersection in the state for crash frequency.
- The Risk: It sits near the university and major retail zones. The mix of distracted students, rushing commuters, and confusing turn signals leads to a staggering number of T-bone and rear-end collisions.
B. North College Avenue & Joyce Boulevard (Fayetteville)…