The City of Oklahoma City has begun a $5 million improvement project along North Walker Avenue, targeting a key stretch between NW 23rd Street and NW 32nd Street.
The effort is designed to enhance safety and strengthen the connection between two of the city’s most active districts—Uptown 23rd and the Paseo Arts District.
Funded through the Better Streets, Safer City Sales Tax Program, the project will bring a series of pedestrian- and driver-focused upgrades to the corridor.
Planned improvements include new sidewalks on both sides of the street, ADA-compliant ramps and clearly marked crosswalks at intersections, and full roadway resurfacing. Crews will also install 22 new streetlights meeting OG&E standards, along with added trees, landscaping and rain gardens to help manage stormwater.
Additional features under consideration include speed cushions to calm traffic and improved on-street parking in select commercial areas. Storm sewer inlets along the corridor will also be upgraded.
“Walker Avenue is an important link between neighborhoods and business districts, and this project will improve safety and accessibility for the community, and people walking, biking and driving through the area,” said project manager Michael Clark.
Construction will be coordinated with the nearby NW 23rd Street Enhancement Project to limit disruptions. Work will also pause to accommodate major events like Paseo First Fridays and the Paseo Arts Festival.
The project is expected to wrap up in early 2027.