A multi-million dollar bridge project on Highway 75 in Jenks came to a halt after just a day and a half due to an eagle’s nest discovered near the construction site.
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation confirmed the project is on pause while they work with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to secure environmental clearance.
The bridge repair project began Jan. 5, reducing Highway 75 to one lane and causing significant traffic backups. That stretched into the next morning, with drivers bracing for months of headaches.
“It’s going to be a mess,” one driver told 2 News. “It’s going to be rough. People are going to have to get up early if they’re trying to get to work on time.”…