Lane Restrictions and Ramp Closures Impact I-40 and I-240 Commutes This Saturday

Weekend Traffic Outlook for Oklahoma City

As residents head out for Saturday activities on March 7, 2026, several major construction zones across the Oklahoma City metro are expected to influence travel times. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) continues to progress on high-priority infrastructure projects, particularly on the south and east sides of the city, where lane narrowing and ramp closures are most prevalent today.

Major Interstate and Highway Alerts

• I-40 Midwest City: Both eastbound and westbound I-40 remain narrowed to two lanes in each direction between I-240 and Town Center Drive. Drivers are urged to use extreme caution as there are no emergency shoulders or merge distances in this zone. Intermittent ramp closures may also occur throughout the day.
• I-240 at I-35 Interchange: Significant restrictions are in place as part of the multi-phase interchange improvement project. I-240 is narrowed to two lanes at the I-35 junction. Additionally, the S.E. 74th St. / I-240 service road is closed to through traffic between Eastern Avenue and Crossroads Boulevard through the spring.
• I-44 Bridge Project: The east and westbound I-44 off-ramps to N.W. 10th Street are currently closed for a bridge rehabilitation project. This closure is expected to remain in effect through the summer months.
• I-40 West (El Reno): Near the US-281 Spur west of El Reno, I-40 is narrowed to a single lane in both directions for ongoing striping operations. Commuters traveling toward western Oklahoma should expect delays.

Local and Regional Road Closures

Beyond the interstates, several key corridors are seeing active work this weekend:

• SH-152 Reconstruction: All lanes of eastbound and westbound SH-152 are closed between Banner Road and Cemetery Road near Union City. Travelers are advised to detour using US-81 to I-40.
• N.E. 23rd Street: Lane narrowing is in effect between Broadway Avenue and Western Avenue for a streetscape project. This work will continue intermittently throughout the weekend.
• County Line Road: The stretch between 178th Street and 192nd Street remains closed to all but local traffic for a total road rebuild. The project is nearing its final stages this month.
• Westminster Road: The bridge south of Waterloo Road remains closed for repairs, affecting traffic in the northern metro area.

Public Transit and Commuter Information

EMBARK is maintaining standard Saturday service schedules today; however, riders should be aware of a public meeting scheduled for 5:00 p.m. this evening at NewView Oklahoma (4301 N. Classen Blvd) regarding proposed service changes under the OKC Moves initiative. Those using Route 005 to reach the meeting should plan for standard weekend headways. Commuters are encouraged to utilize real-time tracking apps to monitor any temporary detours caused by ongoing downtown streetcar construction and local streetscape improvements.