ODOT seeks public input for new 25-year Long Range Transportation Plan
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is looking for public input on the newest edition of the department’s 2025-2050 Long Range Transportation Plan. Public input will be the foundation for setting the transportation priorities and policies that will impact daily travel, business operations and infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma during the next 25-years.
This federally required plan will establish a comprehensive vision for Oklahoma’s transportation future, guiding the development of a multimodal network that ensures safe, efficient and reliable transportation options for every Oklahoman, whether traveling by car, public transit, bicycle or on foot. The plan will encompass various modes of travel and commercial freight movement, including highways, passenger and freight rail, public transit, cycling and pedestrian pathways, ports, waterways and airport access.
Unlike the department’s Eight-Year Construction Work Plan, which focuses on individual projects, the Long Range Transportation Plan is designed to focus on the overarching strategies and goals for the agency to follow. By setting these long-term priorities, the Department aims to create a more efficient, resilient and connected transportation network that is able to adapt to the evolving needs of Oklahomans and supports future growth statewide.
“Transportation impacts nearly every aspect of daily life in Oklahoma, from how we commute, move goods, access services and visit loved ones,” Oklahoma Department of Transportation Executive Director Tim Gatz said. “This plan is about preparing for the future, whether that means integrating new technologies or ensuring our rural and urban communities are better connected across the state.”
The department will use the public’s input to document the condition of the existing system, analyze future needs and trends, evaluate how to meet those needs and develop strategies and policies for the next 25-years.
“Our transportation system’s strength lies in its ability to connect communities statewide, ensuring all Oklahomans have access to vital services, jobs and opportunities,” Oklahoma Department of Transportation Deputy Director Dawn Sullivan said. “By gathering feedback from across the state, we can ensure the priorities outlined in the plan directly benefit communities large and small and enhance the quality of life for all Oklahomans.”
Oklahomans can submit their input at www.oklongrangeplan.org now through Friday, Dec. 20 as well as learn more about the plan’s development, access past plans and sign up to receive more information throughout the process.
The department will need additional public input when draft plan recommendations are ready, which is tentatively scheduled for summer of 2025. Following completion, the Long Range Transportation Plan will be submitted to the Federal Highway Administration.
