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Midtown Core Transportation Study

Map of the study area boundaries, which are 19th Avenue to the west, 16th Street to the east and McDowell Road on the south to Dunlap Avenue on the north

The Midtown Core Transportation Study uses recent traffic analysis, new growth projections and your insights to keep Midtown moving.

West study boundary: 19th Avenue

East study boundary: 16th Street

South study boundary: McDowell Road

North study boundary: Dunlap Avenue

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The City of Phoenix Street Transportation Department is studying how transportation should evolve in Midtown Phoenix as the area continues to develop. The study will use recent traffic analysis, new growth projections, and public insights to explore ways to enhance safety, improve mobility and strengthen connectivity for everyone traveling in and around Midtown.

Study Goals

The findings from this study will:

  • Evaluate the capacity and connectivity of existing and planned transportation networks. 
  • Compare the capacity and connectivity to projected travel demand. 
  • Prioritize existing projects and planned transportation projects. 
  • Identify gaps in the area’s future transportation network. 
  • Suggest additional strategies or projects necessary to fill gaps in the area’s future transportation network.  
  • Evaluate the 7th Avenue and 7th Street reversible lanes to determine their long-term role within the transportation network.

Public Input Opportunity

Join the project team at the upcoming virtual public meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Please register in advance to attend the public meeting. There will be an opportunity to type a question for the study team. The meeting will be recorded and posted on this page within 72 hours of completion. The meeting content will be offered in Spanish as well.

You can also provide your insights using the study feedback form and interactive map activity that will be open through Friday, May 29. (LINK TO FOLLOW)

Study Milestones

Image showing four progress points. The first is corridor analysis and public meeting in spring 2026. Next is review potential scenarios in community stakeholder groups in summer 2026.. After that is draft preferred scenario with in-person or virtual meetings in fall 2026. The final stage is finalize report and recommendations in winter 2026.
There are four distinct stages to this study, beginning with Corridor Analysis and a May 2026 virtual public meeting.