TIGER agreement signed to fund innovative Tulsa bridge
The reconstructed bridge will be Tulsa’s first multimodal crossing to accommodate highway, pedestrian and bicycle traffic, as well as high-speed intercity and commuter rail.
10-052 December 10 Months ahead of schedule, one of Oklahoma’s largest stimulus projects is complete
Holiday cheer comes early for motorists this year as all lanes on the $60 million, I-40 reconstruction project between Garth Brooks Blvd. in Yukon and US-81 in El Reno opened this week, more than nine months ahead of schedule.
10-051 December 9 School Routes Becoming Safer Thanks to $3 Million in Grants
The Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved over $3 million in individual grants to local communities as part of the second round of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s Safe Routes to School grant application program
10-049 December 6 SH-66/Bird Creek bridge closing in Rogers County; emergency contract awarded
Due to concerns about the deteriorating conditions of the westbound SH-66 bridge over Bird Creek in Rogers County, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation is taking steps to close this bridge, and shift all traffic onto the adjacent bridge.
10-048 December 8 December Commission Wrap-Up:
School route grants OK’d; more than $100 million in contracts approved
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Monday, Dec. 6, meeting include an update on federal transportation funding, along with approval of Safe Routes to School grants, an emergency project to move traffic off a dilapidated bridge, the state’s long-range transportation plan and contracts totaling more than $100 million.
Bonus Holiday photo from December commission meeting
10-047 November 10 ODOT wins Amtrak’s highest award; more than $100 million in contracts approved
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Nov. 8 meeting include presentation of a national award for work with the Heartland Flyer; a discussion of recent grants for studies relating to rail and the feasibility of high-speed passenger rail and rural transit improvements; and approval of contracts totaling more than $100 million.
10-046 November 9 Attention Transit Users and Providers: ODOT Needs Your Input
ODOT’s Transit Division will host six public meetings statewide November 16, 17 and 18 to receive input on transit programs and the funding application process associated with these programs
10-045 October 26 Top Federal Highway Official Compliments Oklahoma's Stimulus Work
With bridge decks and roadways under construction all around him, Federal Highway Administrator Victor Mendez got a first-hand look at Oklahoma’s largest stimulus-funded project Tuesday, October 26. The City of Tulsa, the Tulsa Metro Chamber and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation welcomed Administrator Mendez to Tulsa to see the continued progress of the $75 million Inner Dispersal Loop (I-244) reconstruction project as it nears completion.
10-042 October 13 Red, white, blue and safe: properly locating signs is patriotic!
One way candidates running for office and their volunteers can help promote safety this election season is by observing proper placement of campaign signs.
10-041 October 7 Crosstown Project Brings Major Change For Drivers
Transportation officials are warning drivers of a change in the I-235/I-35/I-40 Dallas junction near downtown Oklahoma City as another I-40 Crosstown project gets underway.
10-038 October 6 October Commission Wrap-Up: Preservation of existing assets discussed; nearly $84 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Oct. 4 meeting include presentation of a four-year Asset Preservation Plan, approval of the first in a series of construction contracts for Port of Entry stations across the state and approval of contracts totaling nearly $84 million.
10-037 October 6 Thousands Participate in ODOT-sponsored International Walk to School Day
50,000 elementary and middle school students at nearly 80 schools throughout Oklahoma joined children and families from across the U.S and in over 40 countries in celebrating International Walk to School Day Wednesday.
10-040 October 4 First Port of Entry Station gets green light to change travel into Oklahoma
The first of nine new stations designed to help protect travellers and Oklahoma highways has the green light to begin construction. The Oklahoma Transportation Commission has awarded a $7.5 million contract to Duit Construction Co. and TTK Construction Co. to build the state-of-the-art facility on I-35 in Kay County, two miles south of the Oklahoma/Kansas state line.
10-036 September 24 OU/Texas train sellout nets more seats for Heartland Flyer
Football fans are in luck; there is still time to purchase train tickets for the Heartland Flyer’s Red River Rivalry weekend special because of added seats.
10-034 September 17 Vandiver, Woody Named ODOT’s Division One Employees of the Quarter
Both a long-term employee and a relative newcomer to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation have been recognized for their focus on safety and planning.
10-033 September 7 Commission Wrap-Up:
Preparations approved for state rail plan; more than $111 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Sept. 7 meeting include discussion of federal funding impacts on transportation, an update on stimulus-funded projects, approval of a four-year Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan, preparation for a statewide rail improvement plan, and approval of construction contracts totaling more than $111 million.
10-032 August 20 OU/Texas Heartland Flyer special available- Book Now
Back by popular demand, the Amtrak Heartland Flyer’s annual OU/Texas Red River Rivalry weekend special is now available. Football fans are encouraged to plan ahead and book their seats early on this excursion train to Dallas, with a round-trip ticket price of just $45.
10-031 August 10 ODOT plans more than 1,750 projects, urges Oklahoma to “stay the course”
More than $4.3 billion in highway and bridge improvements are planned by the end of 2018 following approval of an 8-year Construction Work Plan by the Oklahoma Transportation Commission at its Tuesday, Aug. 10, meeting.
10-030 August 12 Groundwork laid for system improvements; nearly $98 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission's Aug. 10 meeting include adoption of a highway improvement plan with more than 1,750 projects statewide, authorization of agreements for a bond sale and approval of construction contracts totaling about $98 million.
10-029 August 10 First of Four Paving Contracts Awarded for New I-40 Crosstown
The Oklahoma Transportation Commission voted Tuesday to award the new I-40 Crosstown’s first in a series of four paving contracts.
10-028 August 11 ODOT Presents Future Outlook to Citizens; Public Meetings Scheduled
Meetings are set statewide to discuss future plans and policies with the public. Input is needed on two long range plans.
ADV_100719 July 19 ODOT SAFETY REMINDER DURING THE PRIMARIES
With this year’s large primaries, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation reminds candidates to continue complying with the state law by not posting signs illegally, which could put workers in harm’s way.
10-027 July 8 July Commission Wrap-Up:
Bridge repair, design modifications discussed; $60 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s July 6 meeting include discussions of an emergency bridge repair and bridge design modifications and approval of construction contracts totaling about $60 million.
10-025 June 24 Two state bridges temporarily closed after design evaluations, load postings made
After a study of the 2007 Minnesota bridge collapse lead to design evaluations of similar structures in Oklahoma, ODOT officials temporarily closed two bridges pending further review.
10-024 June 18 I-35 narrowed near Guthrie for flood-related repairs
The Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved a more than $715,000 contract to repair flood damage to northbound I-35 will between Waterloo Rd. and Seward Rd. south of Guthrie. The highway is expected to remain narrowed through mid-August.
10-023 June 10 ODOT Celebrates 11 Years of Heartland Flyer Service
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation will commemorate the 11th anniversary of the Heartland Flyer on Saturday, June 12 by sponsoring a celebration at Oklahoma City’s Santa Fe Depot prior to the train’s 8:25 a.m. departure.
10-022 June 9 June Commission Wrap-Up: Transportation budget discussed; $83 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s June 7 meeting include an overview of the department’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year, a call for enhancement project applications and approval of construction contracts totaling about $83 million.
10-021 May 28 ODOT accepting applications for community tree planting grants
Now is an excellent time for interested state and local governments to apply for “Round Fourteen” of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s annual Tree Grant Program.
10-018 May 5 May Commission Wrap-Up: Progress on bridges highlighted; nearly $73 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s May 3 meeting include discussion of improvements to the state’s bridge infrastructure, recognition of the retirement of a long-time transportation leader and approval of construction contracts totaling about $73 million.
10-017 April 20 Amtrak Heartland Flyer Tests Cleaner, Renewable Fuel For Passenger Trains
Amtrak and the Oklahoma and Texas state transportation departments announce the nation’s first test of a cleaner and renewable biodiesel fuel blend to power a daily interstate passenger train between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth, with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and the use of foreign oil.
Biodiesel Intercity Passenger Rail Revenue Service Trial
10-016 April 15 Listen to that Beat – Keep Oklahoma Neat: Students show creativity
in statewide poster contest
What has soft fur and a wagging tail and loves music? A dog with an iPod®, of course. That rhythm-loving Rover appears on the overall winning poster, chosen as the Promotional Poster of the Year, in the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s 19th annual Trash Poster Contest.
10-015 April 9 Heartland Flyer Earns High Customer Ratings
See why Heartland Flyer ranks high
10-014 April 14 April Commission Wrap-Up: Safety, funding issues discussed; $61 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s April 12 meeting include the presentation of safety awards to Oklahoma Department of Transportation work crews, discussion of work zone safety issues, updates on funding issues and approval of construction contracts totaling about $61 million.
10-012 April 16 Drivers urged to set aside distractions during Work Zone Awareness Week
Combine the exceedingly high risks of distracted driving with the inherent risks of driving through roadway construction zones, and you have an even higher potential for tragedy. Events were held Friday in Oklahoma City and Tulsa to kick off National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 19-23. This year’s theme, “Work Zones Need Your Undivided Attention,” emphasizes the need for increased attention in work zones and to avoid distractions while driving.
10-011 April 14 Excellence in safety garners awards for ODOT divisions, crews
To those who construct, maintain and repair our roads, bridges and interstates, a simple mistake or misstep can have tragic consequences.
At Monday’s meeting of the Transportation Commission, Lt. Gov. Jari Askins and Oklahoma Department of Transportation Director Gary Ridley handed out awards to those who demonstrated a continued commitment to safety and have shown great improvement in safety practices this past year.
10-010 March 22 Construction begins on I-35 bridge near Newcastle
Drivers in the Newcastle and Norman areas will soon begin seeing additional improvements area highways as construction begins on a new bridge to carry SH-9W over I-35 just south of the Canadian River.
10-009 March 15 ODOT's 25-Year Plan in Progress; Vital Public Input Received
The department is currently working on its Long Range Transportation Plan after receiving much needed public input. Final drafts of the document should be ready to review in the fall.
March 15 Public Meeting Scheduled in Meers
The public is encouraged to attend a meeting in Meers Thursday, March 18 to discuss improvements to SH-115.
10-008 March 4 Be someone special – participate in ODOT’s statewide TRASH-OFF event
Communities are encourage to participate in the 22nd annual Oklahoma TRASH-OFF, a statewide cleanup event set for April 17.
10-007 March 8 Guinn Named ODOT’s Division One Employee of the Quarter
Congratulations to Toney Guinn of Wagoner who has been named ODOT's Division One Employee of the Quarter.
10-006 March 3 March Commission Wrap-Up: Funding, maintenance issues discussed; $39 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the meeting include updates on federal stimulus activity and issues relating to the federal Highway Trust Fund, discussion of maintenance plans and approval of construction contracts totaling about $39 million.
10-004 February 17 State Transportation Officials Grateful for Improvements Under Stimulus
ODOT officials grateful for progress in improving Oklahoma's transportation infranstructure in the year since approval of the federal stimulus.
10-003 February Commission Wrap-Up: Commission updated on recovery, stimulus; $21 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the meeting include a report on recent snow and ice removal activities and approval of construction contracts totaling about $21 million.
10-002 January 18 ODOT Hosts Country's Top Transportation Decision Makers
Oberstar, Fallin, transportation officials tour Oklahoma projects
10-001 January 13 January Commission Wrap-Up: U.S. transportation officials to visit state; $33 million in projects awarded
Highlights of the meeting include an upcoming visit by federal officials, federal funding issues, snow and & ice removal and $33 million in construction.
