OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Construction is set to begin on an improvement project for a portion of NW 23rd Street in Oklahoma City.
According to the City of Oklahoma City, a $9.3 million street improvement project is scheduled to begin on January 12, spanning a one-mile stretch of NW 23rd Street from Western Avenue to Broadway Avenue. It is expected to last approximately 18 months.
“We are excited to transform NW 23rd St into a more pedestrian-friendly destination while continuing to foster a main street feel for residents and visitors,” Director of Public Works Debbie Miller said. “We appreciate your patience during construction to improve the area.”
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The project will see the removal of the current center median, which will allow for shorter crossings and ADA-standard wider sidewalks, while adding new streetlights, additional bus stops, and a new traffic signal at Hudson Avenue. Pavement resurfacing and the replacement of an aging waterline between Western Avenue and Lee Avenue will also be included…