ODOT CONSIDERS MOVING UP REHABILITATION PROJECT ON 21ST ST. BRIDGE IN RESPONSE TO SAFETY CONCERNS

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By: Jonathan Polasek

March 1, 2023

TULSA, Okla. - The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is deciding what to do about a bridge that's gotten a lot of attention on social media this week. The bridge that carries the eastbound lanes of the Broken Arrow Expressway over 21st Street in Tulsa received repairs after cracks were discovered in the substructure.

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ODOT said that damage to the piers, beams and deck appeared to be normal wear and tear, and the last time it was inspected was nearly two years ago.

ODOT was planning on doing a rehabilitation project in this area in 2026, but depending on what ODOT's inspection finds, the rehab project could start much sooner. ODOT said that whenever the rehab happens, the bridge which will be in much better condition.

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