Community Walk Assessments

Walk Studies & Community Audits

Supporting Safer, Healthier, More Walkable Communities Across Southeastern Oklahoma

The Southeastern Regional Transportation Planning Organization (SERTPO) conducts walk studies and walking audits to assess pedestrian conditions and identify opportunities for improving walkability, accessibility, and safety in local communities. These studies help inform planning decisions, guide infrastructure improvements, and ensure local voices shape the future of transportation.

Each audit involves collaboration with local leaders, residents, business owners, and transportation professionals. The findings and community feedback are compiled into detailed reports that help drive action.

Current Walking Study Reports

  • Date: November 26, 2024
    Location: US-259 corridor, Hochatown, OK
    Hosted by: AARP & SERTPO

    Over 25 stakeholders—including residents, business owners, engineers, ODOT staff, and elected officials—participated in this in-depth audit. The study focused on the “Golden/Magic Mile” along US-259, identifying it as a high-priority zone for pedestrian improvements. Recommendations included:

    • Sidewalks and trails on both sides of US-259 in key areas

    • Lighting and signage to improve visibility and wayfinding

    • Protected crossings with options like HAWK beacons and pedestrian refuge medians

    • New trail corridors through powerline ROWs and forested land

    • Street design improvements to slow traffic and support walkable town center development

    Click here to view the full Hochatown Walking Audit Summary (PDF)

  • Date: June 23, 2025
    Location: Downtown Durant to Southeastern Oklahoma State University
    Partners: AARP Oklahoma, Durant Trails & Open Space, Sustainable Durant Coalition

    Over 75 citizens, city leaders, and advocates joined walk audits to evaluate safety between key corridors.
    Key highlights:

    • Focused on 5th & 6th Avenues — top priority in Durant’s Trails Master Plan

    • Identified issues such as broken sidewalks, missing signage, unsafe intersections

    • Solutions included artistic crosswalks, traffic calming, lighting improvements, vegetation standards, and “quick-win” projects
      👉 View Full Report (PDF)

More Studies Coming Soon

Stay tuned for upcoming audits across Southeastern Oklahoma. Interested in hosting a walk study in your community? Contact Us.