$6 million project adds safety enhancements along Portland Avenue

The City of Oklahoma City Press Release October 26, 2026

A $6 million investment in improvements underway along Portland Avenue from NW 23rd Street to NW 36th Street will enhance safety for drivers and pedestrians while creating better access to Will Rogers Park for nearby neighborhoods.

Funded through a combination of General Obligation (GO) Bond and sales tax funding, the project includes resurfacing Portland Avenue, new pavement striping, sidewalks, solar streetlighting, intersection improvements, pedestrian crossings, drainage enhancements and landscaping.

Details are on vision.okc.gov.

The goal of the project is to provide a safer, more convenient route for families living in the Windsor Highlands, Pennington 10 and Skyline neighborhoods west of Portland Avenue to access Will Rogers Park.

The intersection of NW 31st Street and Portland Avenue will provide a designated crossing point, helping families reach the park's playground and other recreational amenities. The improvement is intended to strengthen connections between surrounding neighborhoods and the park while making it easier for residents to enjoy outdoor activities.

Additional safety and infrastructure improvements include new intersections at NW 27th Street and NW 31st Street, a pedestrian crossing in the vicinity of NW 29th Street, and an expanded drainage structure near NW 31st Street.

The project also includes landscaping between NW 27th Street and Pat Murphy Drive. A combination of trees will be planted, including Shantung maple, Kentucky coffeetree, red rocket crape myrtle, bald cypress and pink dawn chitalpa trees, along with Taylor junipers. The landscaping will enhance the corridor's appearance and contribute to a more inviting environment for the community.

Construction began in summer 2026, with completion anticipated in spring 2027.

View the press release: OKC.gov