Transport board approves permits for super load delivery to Horseshoe Lake Power Plant

The Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held a regular meeting on May 5, 2025, where they addressed several significant topics, including the approval of a permit process for transporting oversized loads and the allocation of funds for district projects.

One of the key discussions centered around the transportation of six super load transformers to the Horseshoe Lake Power Plant. These transformers weigh half a million pounds each, resulting in a total payload of 900,000 pounds when combined with the transport vehicle. Due to their size, these loads exceed the weight limits of local bridges, prompting the need for a carefully planned transport route. The board discussed the implementation of an oversight permit process to ensure safety and compliance, which includes collecting insurance from the transport companies. The motion to approve this permit process was unanimously passed.

Additionally, the commissioners reviewed the Community Development (CD) funds allocated to each district. For the current year, each district is set to receive $25,025. District 2 has already applied for funds to purchase a dump truck, while applications from Districts 1 and 3 are still pending. The board emphasized the importance of submitting these applications by the end of the month to avoid losing any allocated funds.

In a brief note, the board also addressed Item 28, which was stricken from the agenda due to a lack of nominations for the month of April.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the board's commitment to managing large-scale transport projects safely and ensuring that district funds are utilized effectively. The next steps include finalizing the permit process and encouraging timely applications from all districts.