Arkansas River commercial traffic declines sharply Commercial shipping traffic on the Arkansas River has fallen sharply in 2025, with new federal data showing a 20% decline in river-borne tonnage, a downturn being attributed to a combination of President Trump’s tariffs and challenging water conditions. According to figures compiled by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, …
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$48 million Wellston Turnpike bridge project finished
Turner Turnpike bridge reopens over Route 66 in Wellston Yearlong reconstruction restores traffic, supports future expansion After more than a year of construction, the I-44/Turner Turnpike bridge over Route 66 in Wellston has officially reopened, marking the completion of a major infrastructure project led by the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority. The project replaced the original bridge …
Oklahoma Turnpike Authority adds new District 5 board member
New Board Appointment at the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority The newest member of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is Lawton banker David Madigan.However, board composition inside the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority carries real long-range consequences for capital, toll policy, debt structure, rate design and corridor expansion impact across the state.Additionally, governance shifts inside transportation boards influence project timing, …