Hinchey v. Thomasson

Jack Holt, Jr., Chief Justice.

At issue in this case is the authority of the Arkansas State Highway & Transportation Department Commissioners (Commissioners) to exchange roads with Van Burén and Searcy Counties. The chancellor found such action was “within the scope of its [the Commissioners] statutory and constitutional authority.” We agree and affirm.

Arkansas State Highway 254 runs through Van Burén and Searcy Counties. It extends from Highway 16 northwesterly across Archey Creek for about six miles. There is a 1.2 mile gap in the highway system. Highway 254 then extends easterly about ten…