12-006 February 8 February Commission Wrap-up: I-40 Crosstown westbound lanes to open soon, $84.5 million in contracts approved
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Monday, Feb. 6 meeting include a status report on the I-40 Crosstown, approval of 20 engineering contracts to replace 65 bridges, and an update on federal transportation funding legislation currently before U.S. Congress.
February Transportation Commission Meeting Advisory
NOTE: The Oklahoma Transportation Commission meeting will be at 10 a.m., an hour earlier than usual,
because of the State of the State address.
SH-53 meeting set in Springer Jan. 31
Citizens asked to attend SH-53 informational meeting in Springer
12-005 January 20 Take the Road to a Cleaner Oklahoma with the Statewide Trash Poster Contest
"There’s Hope…Just Pick Up Your Trash," was the message on the overall winning entry from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s 2011 Trash Poster Contest to promote state cleanliness and pride through anti-littering slogans and artwork. The deadline for this year’s competition is fast approaching.
12-004 January 12 Plan now for further traffic changes on the new I-40 Crosstown drive
Caution urged for I-40 Crosstown drivers as they share more of roadway now with construction crews.
Amtrak 40th Anniversary Exhibit Train in Oklahoma City this Weekend
The Amtrak Exhibit Train, a unique traveling display showcasing memorabilia from the 40-years of Amtrak railroad history is touring the country and is stopping this weekend at the Amtrak (Santa Fe) station in Oklahoma City.
12-003 January 11 January Commission Wrap-Up:
I-40 Crosstown efforts, opening applauded; Amtrak celebrates 40 years
Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s Monday, Jan. 9 meeting include the opening of the eastbound lanes of the new I-40 Crosstown and discussion of work remaining; approval of $3 million in engineering contracts and supplements; approval of a county bridge project and reminder Amtrak’s 40th Anniversary exhibit train will be on display this weekend.
12-001 January 5 Out with the old, in with the new; state-of-the-art I-40 Crosstown unwrapped
Drivers received the gift of a century with the grand opening of the new I-40 Crosstown in Oklahoma City Thursday, Jan. 5, to “unwrap” the first segment and celebrate the first time the public has travelled the much-anticipated highway.
12-002 January 5 Crosstown Opening Press Kit
description of press release
11-070 December 20 Gift of a century to be opened at I-40 Crosstown ribbon cutting
Come celebrate the gift of a century with the grand opening of the new I-40 Crosstown, hosted by the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce, the City of Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. The ribbon cutting will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 5, on the new eastbound lanes near the Western Ave. bridge.
Shields Blvd. exit best for access to downtown/Bricktown area
The recent opening of the new eastbound I-40 Crosstown lanes brings about changes for drivers. New traffic patterns and on and off-ramps require drivers to adjust their routines for getting to downtown Oklahoma City. Those going to the downtown area or Bricktown should use the Shields Blvd. exit.
