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Oklahoma faces road and bridge project delays due to uncertain federal funding and rising construction costs.
Federal budget uncertainty is jeopardizing Oklahoma’s ability to plan long-term road and bridge projects, officials say.
Though current highway work continues, prolonged funding gaps could delay critical infrastructure efforts.
The state depends heavily on federal funds, especially from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, set to expire in 2026.
Rising construction costs—up 63% since 2020—compound the challenge, as the state’s $100 billion highway system needs $27 billion in upgrades.
An eight-year plan outlines $7.08 billion for 1,266 projects, but officials warn funding falls short.
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation urges lawmakers to address the shortfall in the upcoming session.
Oklahoma se enfrenta a retrasos en el proyecto de carreteras y puentes debido a la incertidumbre de la financiación federal y al aumento de los costos de construcción.