The route is maintained by the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD).

The route runs east and south to an intersection with Highway 238 Spur before turning due east as a section line road and running to Lee County.

The route continues out of town heading south to US 79, where it terminates.

The route begins at Highway 238 and runs south to US 49 at the southern edge of Brinkley, where it terminates.

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