HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (AP) - A routine bridge inspection on Arkansas Highway 7 over Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs will require lane closures.

The Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department says there will be alternating closures of the northbound and southbound outside lanes of the highway from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday while crews perform the inspection.

Officials are urging motorists to exercise caution when approaching all highway work zones.

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