The bridge shutdown is considered a major disrupter both locally and nationally. Author: Jeni Diprizio Updated: 6:09 PM CDT May 12, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tenn. Shutting down the I-40 Hernando de Soto Bridge is considered a major disrupter to the supply chain. Not only is it affecting freight traffic on the highway, but barge traffic on the Mississippi River is shut down in Memphis.
Transportation experts said having this bridge shut down will put a further strain the supply chain, which is already struggling. This is the third heaviest freight corridor in the country, said Dr. Martin Lipinski, Director of the University of Memphis Intermodal Freight Transportation Institute.