Spring Storm Produces Several Potholes On Tulsa Roads

The spring storms left potholes in its wake on Highway 75 and other roads. There have been reports of flattened tires and bent rims.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is filling those holes as quickly as possible, while also fixing other road woes caused by the weather.

"I've hit a few around here. I've seen other people hit them," said driver Marvin Jones.

Our first dose of heavy spring rains means the return of those pesky, tire and rim eating craters.

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"It'll blow the tires out. People need to be careful. If it looks bad. Stay out of it," Jones said.

ODOT says the pothole patching started ahead of the thunderstorms. Crews hoped to make some headway as more were guaranteed to pop up.

"They are improving. But it could be a lot better," said driver Ron Beekman.

Heavy rains also caused problems for construction zones. An older section of pavement on the I-44 frontage road between Peoria and Riverside was no match for the river of rain.

The construction company working in the area was concerned the roadway would crumble so they closed the ramp for temporary repairs on Tuesday, only to have to go back in Wednesday to make repairs more permanent.

"Can't they get it fixed? We pay tax money!" Said a driver.

The construction, heavy traffic, and sudden closure confused already puzzled drivers.

"It's a little challenging at times," a driver said.

ODOT is still monitoring for potholes and will repair them as quickly as possible. Now if you see any hazards in the roadway, from blown over signs tires, furniture, anything dangerous, call the highway patrol's emergency hotline at star 55.