Piney Point Fire Dept

02/24/2026

County wide burn ban today.
Benton County
2-24-26

02/19/2026

🚨Benton County Burn Ban TODAY! 🚨(2-19-26)

ISSUED National Weather Service

Strong and gusty westerly winds will develop early Thursday and continue through the afternoon before becoming northwesterly behind a passing cold front.
Temperatures will range from the upper 60s north to mid 70s south with humidity values falling into the 10 to 20 percent range area wide. Dangerous grassland
- fire weather conditions will develop during the Sri day Thursday. Avoid any fire starts and quickly report any suspected fires to local officials.

02/17/2026

County wide burn ban in effect until 2-18-26, 7:30am.

02/12/2026

There are several controlled burns in the surrounding area. We do not expect much smoke in our immediate area, but you may occasionally notice a light smoke smell depending on wind direction.

If you see visible flames or heavy smoke and are unsure of the source, please call 911.
If you only notice mild smoke, it is likely from these planned burns.

01/27/2026

Roads are still snow covered, but on Hwy 12, behind the plows, it’s relatively clear. Please continue to drive with caution.

01/26/2026

❄️ Road Conditions Update – High Sky Inn by Station 3! ❄️

As you can see in front of Station 3 on High Sky Inn, there is still a significant amount of snow on the roadway. Roads remain slick in many areas, and conditions can change quickly.

Please slow down and use extra caution if you’re traveling.

01/26/2026

⚠️ Road Conditions Update – Highway 12 (Piney Area) ⚠️

Roads along Highway 12 are still slick due to snow and ice. While some areas may appear smooth or clear, packed snow and icy patches can catch drivers by surprise.

Please slow down, increase following distance, and use extra caution if you must travel.

01/25/2026

Chief Ballou is out checking for stranded motorists. Roads in the Piney area are snow packed with no snow removal at this time.

01/24/2026

The Benton County Road Department ask that we stay off the roads as much as possible. It makes it much easier for them to clear the roads and also for those that have no choice, but to travel.

The Benton County Road Department has been working hard to clear roadways throughout the county.

We are asking everyone to please stay off the roads if at all possible. This will allow road crews and emergency vehicles to travel freely and do their jobs safely.

If you do need to travel, please allow plenty of extra time and be sure to pack an emergency kit.

Helpful resources:
🔴Emergency Kit: ready.gov/kit
🔴Emergency Alerts: https:bcalert.bentoncountyar.gov
🔴Traffic App: IDriveArkansas

Thank you for helping keep our community safe during this inclement weather.

01/22/2026

Stay safe! Be prepared!

01/13/2026

Head up if you travel this road!

The Benton County Road Department will close down Gar Hole Bridge for a bridge deck replacement from 1/5/26 - 3/31/26. All construction is pending weather or other delays. Please heed all signage in the area. An alternate route is highlighted in blue on the map.