OKLAHOMA — As Buc-ee’s continues expanding across the Midwest, South and East Coast, Oklahoma remains one of the largest states without a location from the Texas-based travel center chain. Despite bordering Texas, where Buc-ee’s was founded and operates dozens of stores, Oklahoma has yet to receive a location of its own.
While the company has not announced any Oklahoma projects, the state possesses many of the characteristics Buc-ee’s typically looks for when entering new markets. With major interstate corridors, strong regional traffic and available development land, Oklahoma could become a logical target for future expansion.
Why Oklahoma Makes Sense
Oklahoma sits at the center of several important transportation routes connecting Texas, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Colorado and New Mexico.
Major highways crossing the state include Interstate 35, Interstate 40, Interstate 44 and Interstate 235. These corridors carry millions of travelers annually and serve as vital freight routes linking the South, Midwest and Southwest…