Stroud bridge over turnpike opens sooner than expected

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FOX23.com News Staff

Nov 14, 2023

STROUD, Okla. - The Stroud bridge over I-44 and the Turner Turnpike has opened sooner than expected. Work started Friday night after it was damaged by an illegal, over-height semi-tractor that sheered off a bridge beam over the westbound lanes.

The damage was extensive to the bridge beam, the bridge deck and the parapet wall resulting in lane and ramp closures and a detour for westbound traffic to reach Stroud.

"This work proceeded faster than expected thanks to the diligent work by the contractor and our staff," said OTA Chief Engineer T.J. Dill. "We were fortunate that we were able to locate a new bridge beam in less than 24 hours, which allowed work to begin last Friday night earlier than expected."

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