TURNER TURNPIKE EXPANSION PROJECT FROM 'ACCESS OKLAHOMA' BEGINS PHASE 1

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) says widening another six-mile stretch will improve safety, and improve the flow of traffic from Tulsa, with a higher speed limit as well.

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By: Emory Bryan

February 29th 2024

BRISTOW, Okla. - The big turnpike expansion project called "Access Oklahoma" is finally underway after years of delays and legal challenges.

The first phase is a widening project on the Turner Turnpike, and some lanes are already closed Thursday night.

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) says widening another six-mile stretch will improve safety, and improve the flow of traffic from Tulsa, with a higher speed limit as well.

The groundbreaking marks the start of a 15-year construction plan for the Turnpike Authority; the first project on the list is widening that portion of the turnpike.

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