Parsons Secures Major Oklahoma Bridge Design Contract

Engineering firm's shares rise on $409 million project win to replace aging regional connector

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:55pm

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Parsons, a leading engineering and infrastructure design firm, has been selected by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to serve as the lead designer on a major bridge replacement project over Lake Texoma. The two-mile-long bridge structure will replace the aging Roosevelt Bridge, a key regional connector originally built in 1945. The $409 million project is supported by a $124 million federal grant and state funding to improve long-term safety and reliability.

Why it matters

This high-profile infrastructure project win highlights Parsons' expertise in complex bridge design and its ability to secure lucrative government contracts. The replacement of the Roosevelt Bridge is crucial for maintaining traffic flow and connectivity in the region, making this a strategically important project for the state of Oklahoma.

The details

The project team, which includes the Zachry Construction/Traylor Brothers Construction joint venture, will build the new bridge in two phases to minimize disruptions. The 63-span design will feature substructure elements extending 150 feet below the lake surface. Parsons, known for its legendary legacy in bridge engineering, will leverage its technical capabilities to deliver this complex infrastructure solution.

  • The Oklahoma Department of Transportation selected Parsons and its partners in April 2026.
  • The $124 million federal grant for the project was secured in 2024.
  • The original Roosevelt Bridge was built in 1945.

The players

Parsons

An American engineering and infrastructure design firm that has a strong track record in complex bridge projects.

Oklahoma Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for overseeing transportation infrastructure projects in Oklahoma.

Zachry Construction/Traylor Brothers Construction

A joint venture selected to deliver the construction of the new bridge over Lake Texoma.

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What they’re saying

“Parsons has a legendary legacy in bridge design, and this project is another example of how our teams continue to deliver the most complex and consequential infrastructure solutions around the world.”

— Mark Fialkowski, President of Infrastructure North America for Parsons

What’s next

Parsons and its construction partners will begin the two-phase bridge construction project in the coming months, with the goal of completing the new Roosevelt Bridge by 2028.

The takeaway

This major infrastructure contract win solidifies Parsons' position as a leading engineering firm in the bridge design and construction space. The replacement of the aging Roosevelt Bridge will enhance regional connectivity and serve as a showcase for Parsons' technical capabilities in delivering complex, high-impact transportation projects.