Storm shelters in Bixby, OK
Bixby asks garage-shelter applicants about post-tension cables, a detail worth raising with any installer.
Permit
- In-ground and garage-floor shelters need a building permit with a site plan and manufacturer information; garage units also need garage dimensions and, if needed, post-tension cable repair plans (Bixby Storm Shelter Permit Requirements).
Registration
- Call (918) 366-8294 or drop by Bixby Police, 116 W. Needles; the program is free and voluntary (Bixby Severe Weather Shelter Registration Program).
Homes
- Bixby has about 11,437 housing units; the median home was built in 2002, and about 22% were built before 1980 (U.S. Census ACS 2020-2024 for Bixby, via Census Reporter).
Tip: Ask whether your slab is post-tensioned before anyone cuts it.
Contact: Bixby Office of Emergency Management, (918) 366-8294. Costs · FAQ
Bixby facts checked Oct 23, 2026.
Last checked Oct 23, 2026.