2024 OKLAHOMA ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION AWARDS
Full Depth Category
Winner
SH-8 Alfalfa County
State Highway 8 (SH-8) is a major north-south route in Oklahoma that runs 179.1 miles from US-277 in Cyril to the Kansas state line in Kiowa. Along the way, it passes through Alfalfa County and connects with several important highways, including US-62, US-281, I-40, US-270, US-60, US-64, and US-412. These connections make it an important corridor for travel across western and northern Oklahoma, linking rural communities with larger regional routes.
In Alfalfa County specifically, SH-8 plays an important transportation role by providing access between towns and connecting local traffic to the broader state highway network. Its route through the county helps support everyday travel, regional commerce, and movement between surrounding agricultural and population centers.
Historically, SH-8 has existed since 1924 and has undergone multiple designation changes and relocations over time. In Alfalfa County, its development reflects the broader evolution of Oklahoma’s highway system, including later route adjustments and its designation as a state highway connection in the mid-20th century. Its significance comes from both its longevity and its continued role as a dependable regional route.
