Hubcap Alley

[Spartan]

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Information and Latest News

9/24/13: Hub Cap Alley Braces for Change
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Will Hider Flickr Set 1
Will Hider Flickr Set 2
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[Pete]

Yes, in 2009 the City commissioned a $1.3 million streetscape plan on S. Robinson from SW 3rd (old I-40) to SW 29th.

I believe the section from the new I-40 to the river is complete; I know the sidewalks are in.

[Pete]

Here's the project scope:

[Spartan]

Wow, thanks Pete. So was this part of the 2000 bond or the 2008 bond?

[Architect2010]

Nice Pete, I always have trouble finding road construction details on okc.gov. I gave up a long time ago after searching furiously for the plans for SW 44th.

I agree Spartan. There's also a nice stock of existing/historic structures along this stretch, which should only make the corridor more appealing as a whole. Not sure how many of those structures would be conducive for new development however.

[Spartan]

I think those are available on the GO bond website. I saw a map that had those listed. But Walker/44th was looking good. I can only imagine what a nightmare the construction at Western is for traffic, though. Hopefully it will be worthwhile when finished.

I really hope Robinson sees a redeveloper like Steve Mason who is willing to work with, not against, the historic buildings. The vibe along there could be so cool. This is definitely going to be a NW9/Plaza-type job, and not like other gentrifying areas.

[UncleCyrus]

I was on S. Robinson the other day and noticed some Hubcap Alley decorative signs had been attached to a few light poles. A start I guess.

[metro]

I was on S. Robinson the other day and noticed some Hubcap Alley decorative signs had been attached to a few light poles. A start I guess.

They've been up for months, BBates posted pics months ago in another thread.

[UncleCyrus]

They've been up for months, BBates posted pics months ago in another thread.

Heh, shows how much I've been paying attention.

[mcca7596]

Maybe I missed it, but has Robinson (in the Core-to-Shore area) always been referred to (officially) as Hubcap Alley?

I just noticed these signs attached to several light poles in the area.....

From the Core To Shore thread several months ago.

[Spartan]

Are they repaving the traffic lanes?

[ljbab728]

Are they repaving the traffic lanes?

Spartan, if you look at post number 3 it gives you that information.

[Spartan]

Spartan, if you look at post number 3 it gives you that information.

I just wanted confirmation that the answer to that would be a no, which in my opinion, seems inconsistent with states goal #1, but oh well..

[betts]

There's an old building south of new I-40 off Robinson that is apparently being converted to a private residence. It's close to the pedestrian bridge. I suspect that's a pretty wise investment, and it will be a very nice location in which to live in the future.

[Fantastic]

Does anyone know anything about a supposedly mostly-complete "Hubcap Alley" streetscape along South Robinson? I understand that this goes from the new I-40 down to about SW 23rd Street, getting into Capitol Hill.

I posed the question on my blog too, but I know this will get far more reads than any blog. Will, metro, if you guys are looking for photo targets...

I think in coming years we are really going to want a "before" photo, because this stretch of Robinson could potentially gentrify much more rapidly than other parts of C2S due to the I-40 access, proposed streetcar extension, and gateway to Capitol Hill. This photo can be filed with those awesome "before" photos of Bricktown and A-Alley.

I didn't really focus on the streets, but hopefully some of these photos will give you the "before" you were looking for... I admit, I'm no Will, but it's the best I could do with what I've got...

Hubcap Alley Photos

[dcsooner]

It'll take more than new signs to make that area desirable, its horrible

[Pete]

Thanks Fantastic! Awesome photos... Thought I would link some directly that showed the streetscape.

I used to hate this area but now am a little torn because it has tons of character.

[Fantastic]

Thanks Fantastic! Awesome photos... Thought I would link some directly that showed the streetscape.

I used to hate this area but now am a little torn because it has tons of character.

Thanks for the compliment. And I agree. This area used to make me sick to my stomach, but now I have this weird attachment to it. Like soonerguru said, it's an area that's "strangely charming."

[Larry OKC]

Thanks Fantastic! Awesome photos... Thought I would link some directly that showed the streetscape.

I used to hate this area but now am a little torn because it has tons of character.

Hmmm, another case of a suburb name in an area where it doesn't belong??? At leaqst it is a private business and not City owned (but can still cause confusion) LOL

[LandRunOkie]

V&H is actually a pretty cool muffler shop and definitely the cheapest in town. They replaced my flex pipe for $90 when Discount Muffler wanted $180, and Discount was the 2nd cheapest.

[soonerguru]

LOVE THIS! I've always found the area strangely charming. Great logo and signage!

[hoya]

I drove up Robinson this morning going downtown. It has possibly the coolest view in the city as you drive in. Once they tear down the old Crosstown and complete construction on the Ford Center (whatever the current name may happen to be), it'll be quite the impressive approach. I can see this area flourishing. It has such potential, but has been abandoned by real investment for quite a long time. I can't wait to see how this section of town develops.

[Pete]

Yes huge potential all the way through Capitol Hill.

[Fantastic]

Yes huge potential all the way through Capitol Hill.

I was planning on doing Capitol Hill tomorrow, but I'm not sure if I will be able to get up early enough.

[Pete]

Here's a photo from Urban Pioneer of the HC Alley property being converted to a residence: