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Turnpike authority outlines $96 million Canadian River bridge and East‑West Connector timeline
Summary
The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority told Newcastle council members the two‑bridge Canadian River Crossing—part of the East‑West Connector—will enter construction in 2026, with the westbound alignment opening in 2027; the $96 million project includes a $2.1 million contractor incentive and local traffic detours during work.
Leanne Nelson, access program manager for the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, told the Newcastle City Council that the Canadian River Crossing on the East‑West Connector is moving from pre‑construction to construction. She described the scope as two river bridges totaling about $96,000,000 and said the spans will be approximately 1.25 miles—making them among the longest bridges in the state.
Nelson said the project is composed of two separate river bridges that will connect Newcastle, Tuttle and Blanchard to Norman, Moore and Oklahoma City. Construction is expected to begin in 2026; the westbound bridge and westbound alignment are scheduled to open…
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