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Academy Boulevard Improvements Project

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Red Rock Canyon Open Space 2023 Project Improvements

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Memorial Park Safety Improvements

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Marksheffel Road Improvements

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Fairview and Evergreen Cemetery Irrigation installation

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Antlers Park Dog Park

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Paseo Bridge over Shooks Run Replacement Project

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Union Boulevard-US24 Signal Project

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Client: Pueblo Chemical Depot Contract: South Water Distribution System, Phase 2 Contract Period: October 2021 – April 2022 Contract Value: $398,274

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Client: Department of Energy Contract: New Administration Building at Fort St. Vrain Contract Period: May 2021 – February 2022 Contract Value: $3,155,271

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Client: Pueblo Chemical Depot Contract: Fire Remediation Services – Phase B Contract Period: August 2021 – November 2021 Contract Value: $477,717

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Client: U.S. Army Contracting Office, Rock Island Contract: Pueblo Chemical Depot IDIQ5 Contract Period: September 2020 – September 2022 Contract Value: $4,000,000

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Client: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Contract: Schriever Air Force Base Chiller Plant Optimization Contract Period: September 2019 – 2021 Contract Amount: $2,984,692

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The Brightest Days are Ahead: New Colorado Springs Developments for 2024

Colorado Springs is on the move with a host of new business wins for 2023 and big plans for 2024.   

In late July it was announced that Colorado Springs would retain the U.S. Space Command headquarters. A few weeks later, Boecore announced its expansion in the city, making a capital investment of $7.8 million and promising 600-plus high paying jobs. And during his 100 days in office address in September, Mayor Yemi Mobolade noted that additional growth should be expected in Colorado Springs’ aerospace, cybersecurity, defense, and technology industries.   

Through the Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation, approximately 20 new expansion and capital attraction projects are in the works — creating opportunities for high wage job growth. As the city looks forward into 2024, several infrastructure developments, community defining events, and new business expansions sit on the horizon.   

Here are just a few of the developments, expansions, and small business openings that create confidence in Colorado Springs’ economic outlook for 2024.  

Infrastructure Improvements and Developments   

With an almost 100,000 population increase in just over a decade , Colorado Springs provides more opportunities for business growth, development, and quality of life than ever before.   

Colorado Springs Airport, which gained two new hotels and a conference center in 2022 , is now working to expand even further with a $38 million investment to acquire 562 acres adjacent to the airport’s eastern boundary. The land is zoned for light industrial manufacturing and mixed commercial use and will expand the Peak Innovation Park to over 2,000 acres.  

Set to open in 2024 and enrich the Colorado Springs lifestyle is the new Sunset Amphitheater — an 8,000-seat open-air facility that could hold more than 50 performances each year. Sunset Amphitheater is expected to provide a luxurious, state-of-the-art concertgoing experience, offering 60 VIP firepit suites, 4-to-5-star restaurants, and sunset views over Pikes Peak.  

New Business Investments  

In 2023, the Chamber & EDC’s Foundation for Colorado Springs Future launched the Titans Capital Campaign to enhance, grow, and diversify the city’s economy. The three-year strategic plan has provided a roadmap to the continued growth of the region and an opportunity for investors to build their legacy in Colorado Springs.   

Meyer Burger Solar is helping to grow Colorado Springs’ advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies industries. The Germany-based solar panel manufacturer announced plans for its new facility in July , receiving federal incentives from the Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credit and the Inflation Reduction Act as well as incentives from the state of Colorado and the city of Colorado Springs. The company expects the project will create 385 well-paid jobs .  

Over $2 billion in projected capital investments and nearly 3,000 new jobs are expected in Colorado Springs in the coming year , with several companies planning new or expanded operations in Colorado Springs. One of the latest to announce its commitment to the city is Frontier Technology Inc.   

The leading provider of deep data expertise for the U.S. Department of Defense will expand by 46,000-square feet in Colorado Springs in 2024 with an expected $15 million investment . The investment goes toward FTI’s new ORBIT Center, which is a space for collaboration and knowledge transfer with the DOD and its mission partners. FTI currently employs 60 individuals in the Pikes Peak region, but the expansion will create an additional 200 jobs with an average annual salary of $131,000.  

High tech developments continue in the Pikes Peak region as Colorado Springs welcomes Infinity Labs to the city . The modeling, simulation, cybersecurity, and advanced R&D company expects to create over 60 software analyst and developer jobs with an average annual wage of $130,253.   

Small Business Openings  

Small business success is a strong indicator of economic advancement for any city. In Colorado Springs an estimated 74,287 small businesses exist , comprising over 98% of the region’s businesses in 2023. It goes without saying that small businesses are a major contributor to the local economy in Colorado Springs — and those contributions only stand to grow in the coming year.   

  • Healthy alternative eatery Treehouse Café is expected to open in 2024 , offering Colorado Springs residents a space for community gatherings, workshops, and events. The coffee house will host local artisans and offer menu options such as bagels, waffles, bowls, sandwiches, and wraps.   
  • Nine new restaurants are also coming to Colorado Springs Airport, including a new food concept called Street Eats from Chef Brother Luck . The new restaurant and full-service bar will offer street food the esteemed chef has enjoyed from all over the world.   
  • NAVSYS — a growing GPS hardware, software, and systems engineering firm — was also awarded a  $250,000 grant from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) to develop a positioning, navigation, and timing solution that addresses the loss of GPS position and timing.  

As Colorado Springs looks to the new year, abundant opportunity awaits. Contact us to learn how your business can grow in the Pikes Peak region.    

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Bridge construction project underway along key traffic corridor in south Colorado Springs

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Work is gearing up on a two-year, $40 million project to demolish four old bridges on the south end of Circle Drive and replace them with new bridges.

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The existing two-lane bridges opened in 1963 and span Fountain Creek, Hancock Expressway, Las Vegas Street, two railroad tracks and a major utility line.

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Officials say that the project will happen in phases, starting with the construction of the two new eastbound bridges, followed by tearing down the existing eastbound bridges and shifting traffic to the new structures.

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Workers will then demolish the old westbound bridges after the building the replacement infrastructure.

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The project also requires a detour on the Pikes Peak Greenway trail around the work zone; crews have already created the alternate path from the trail just north of the bridge, to Janitell Road; trail users will have to travel down that road to reconnect to the trail.

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Preliminary work on the project began several weeks ago.

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"One of the biggest things that we heard from the community early on in the project, was the connection for non-motorized transportation," said project manager Ryan Phillips. "Right now, the sidewalks are really narrow -- a foot-and-a-half, two feet wide. With the new project, there will be ten-foot-wide sidewalks on either side."

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Many of the more than 200 residents of a senior citizen mobile home park at the bottom of the Circle Drive hill are uneasy about the project.

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“Our biggest concern, one entrance in and out if we need to evacuate for any reason," said park manager Claudia Dodge. "So, we’re a little concerned about that. Construction has blocked off another in-and-out point for us, but we don't mind that because it reduces the amount of traffic driving through the park seeking a shortcut. We also are trying to get the traffic signal at the Janitell intersection fixed because it doesn't allow departig vehicles to turn left onto Circle or go straight on Janitell."

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On Monday afternoon, the signal was working properly.

Sommer Adams said that she drives across the bridge often; her daughter works at a McDonald's restaurant in the area.

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“In the long run, I think it will be better for the infrastructure of the city, and the safety, of course," she said. "You know, we all worry about the things that are going on lately, with the bridge collapse (on Interstate 25 north of Pueblo). So, anything that makes it safer makes me feel better.”

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The project's cost is financed with a sales tax levied by the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority, which has considered the bridge replacement a high priority for several years.

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The County’s transportation network consists of more than 2,000 miles of paved and gravel roads, and related right-of-way assets. The Engineering Division’s Traffic Engineering, Design, Construction Management, Real Estate, and Infrastructure Planning Sections handle all aspects of the transportation system including policy and standards, planning, and contract project execution. The Operations Division’s Highway Section handles in-house maintenance and repair of County roads and bridges, drainage, signs and signals, and right-of-way. Below is detailed information about current capital construction projects, transportation planning, road maintenance, and other highway projects.

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Weekly road maintenance projects.

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Short Term Projects

2024 Annual Maintenance List (PPRTA and AFR funded)

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Akers yard drainage improvement, akers wetland bank, arnold avenue bridge replacement, arrowwood cul-de-sacs, baptist rd / hodgen rd / roller coaster rd intersection improvements, beacon lite road, bradley road widening, bradley rd./ grinnell rd. intersection, briargate pkwy / stapleton dr corridor study, calhan hwy bridge replacement (over big sandy creek), charter oak ranch road, clover ditch channel bank protection, colorado centre drainage improvements, deer creek rd / base camp rd / microscope way, doe creek court drainage improvements, eastonville corridor, falcon park and ride/meridian, fontaine blvd / security blvd / widefield blvd intersection, goldfield drive structure improvements, hwy 105a construction, highway 105 corridor, main st / security blvd intersection, mesa ridge parkway, mesa ridge pkwy - traffic signal at marksheffel rd., n. ellicott hwy bridge replacement, peyton drainage & transportation master plan, rex and meridian, south academy blvd widening, south powers extension study, struthers/north gate drainage improvements, vollmer and shoup intersection improvements, project: akers yard drainage improvement.

From Road : Department of Public Works in Akers Yard

Start: 2023

Project Details: Design and Construction of drainage improvements within the Akers Yard to meet the El Paso County’s SM4 requirements.

Project Team: El Paso County/Kimley-Horn and Associates

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: El Paso County Road and Bridge and ARPA

Estimated Cost: $230,0000 Design

Project Manager: Veronica Cid

Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460

Project Website : N/A

Schedule: Design 2023; Construction 2024

Information Current as of 02/01/2024

Project: Akers Wetland Bank

From Road: Akers Drive across from Public Works Bldg.

Current Status: Design

Start: 2022

Project Details: Design and Construction of Wetland Creation Area to be used to offset required wetland mitigation for impacts caused by future El Paso County transportation projects.

Project Team: El Paso County / Kimley-Horn and Associates

Road Closure: No

Project Type: Federal

Estimated Cost: $403,434 Design

Project Manager: Howard Schwartz

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design 2022-2023; Construction 2023-2024

Information current as of 08/01/2023

Project: Arnold Avenue Bridge Replacement

From Road: Mitchell Ave To Road: Fairchild Ave Current Status: Final Design/Advertisement for Construction Start: 2019 End : 2024

Project Details: Bridge replacement

Project Team : El Paso County / Alfred Benesch (design) Road Closure : N/A Detour Route : N/A Project Type : Federal/County Estimated Cost: $3,050,000 total project Project Manager : John Lantz Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website : N/A Schedule : Design 2019-2024, Construction 2024

Information current as of 02/01/2024

Project: Arrowwood Cul-de-sacs

From Road: Sierra Way Roads: Arapahoe Dr, Cheyenne Way, Powderhorn Dr, Calumet Rd. Current Status: Design Start: May 2021 End: TBD

Project Details: Cul-de-sac improvements

Project Team : TBD

Road Closure :No

Detour Route : N/A

Project Type: County Estimated Cost: $TBD Project Manager: Omar Lopez Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: N/A Schedule: Design 2021, Construction TBD

Project: Baptist Rd / Hodgen Rd / Roller Coaster Rd Intersection Improvements

From Road: Baptist Rd / Hodgen Rd To Road: Roller Coaster Rd Current Status: Preliminary Design Start: 2019 End : TBD

Project Details: Intersection improvements TBD.

Project Team: El Paso County Road Closure: No Detour Route: N/A Project Type: County Cost: $TBD Project Manager: Omar Lopez Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: N/A Schedule: Traffic Study 2019 / Design TBD

Project: Beacon Lite Road

From Road: County Line Road To Road: Wakonday Way Current Status: Property Acquisition Start: November 2019 End: Fall 2025

Project Details: This project includes replacing the existing gravel roadway with asphalt, realigning and regrading the road to meet criteria, and drainage improvements

Project Team : El Paso County

Road Closure : No

Project Type: PPRTA Estimated Cost: $23,000,000 Project Manager: Omar Lopez Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: N/A Schedule: Design 2019-2022, Property Acquisition 2023, Construction Fall/Winter 2023

Project: Bradley Road Widening

From Road : South Academy Road

To Road: Hancock Expressway

Project Details: Design and Construction of roadway improvements (widening from 2 lane to 4 lanes road) on Bradley Road.

Project Team: El Paso County/Stanley Consultants

Project Type: Federal/County

Estimated Cost: $1,426,414 Design

Schedule: Design 2023-2024; Property Acquisition 2025; Construction TBD

Project: Bradley Rd / Grinnell Blvd Intersection

From Road: To Road: Current Status: Construction Start: Winter 2023 End: Fall 2023 – unfortunately, supply-chain issues with parts of the electronic equipment needed for the proper operation of the traffic signal has caused some delay in completing the project

Project Details: Construction of temporary span-wire signal system

Project Team: El Paso County/ Morton Electric, Inc. Road Closure : No Detour Route : N/A Project Type : County Cost: $559,540.00 Project Manager : Howard Schwartz Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website : N/A Schedule : Signal Operational Spring 2023

Project: Briargate Pkwy / Stapleton Dr Corridor Study

From Road: Black Forest Road To Road: Meridian Road Current Status: Planning Start: 2020 End: 2024

Project Details: El Paso County, in coordination with the City of Colorado Springs, is working to complete a study of the Briargate Parkway – Stapleton Road corridor between Black Forest Road and Meridian Road. This corridor segment will ultimately be part of a larger, planned principal arterial roadway that will provide improved connectivity within the greater Colorado Springs area and beyond. This study will establish a preferred alignment, conceptual design and an access management plan for the corridor between Black Forest Road and Meridian Road

Project Team: El Paso County and City of Colorado Springs / Design Team – Wilson & Company

Project Type: PPRTA Estimated Cost: Project Manager: Howard Schwartz Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: https://www.briargate-stapleton.com Schedule: Study complete and approved early 2023

The Briargate Parkway-Stapleton Road Corridor Preservation Plan and Access Control Plan will be available for public review until Friday, September 16. El Paso County encourages the public, especially El Paso County residents, to review the materials and provide their comments by visiting the information page at www.briargate-stapleton.com . Commenters should make sure to share anything that they feel should be considered as part of the planning process

Information current as of 08/01 /2023

Project: Calhan Hwy Bridge Replacement (over Big Sandy Creek)

From Road: 1.5 miles south of US24 To Road: 1.08 miles north of Funk Road Current Status: Construction Start: Fall 2023 End: Fall 2024

Project Team : El Paso County / AECOM (design) / Hudick Excavating, Inc. (Construction)

Project Type : Federal / County Estimated Cost : $3.2M Project Manager : Brett Hartzell Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website : N/A Schedule : Construction late 2023 – late 2024

Project: Charter Oak Ranch Road

From Road: I-25 To Road: Fort Carson Gate 19 Current Status: Closeout Start: 01/03/2022 End: 2023

Project Details:

To accommodate Fort Carson’s ongoing expansion, El Paso County is working with the Army to improve the roadway infrastructure from I-25 to Gate 19 to access the base’s military training infrastructure. The roads leading to Gate 19 are in substandard condition and are unable to support expected traffic. The project will reconstruct Charter Oak Ranch Road and Santa Fe Avenue leading to Gate 19 at the Fort Carson Army Post.

Roadway Improvements : The road will be rebuilt and widened in the westbound direction from the intersection with Santa Fe Avenue to Gate 19. A roundabout will replace the four-way stop sign intersection with Santa Fe Avenue. Curb & gutter and sidewalk will be added along with improving an inadequate curve radius for this stretch. Turn lanes will be added for enhancing access to business and Fort Carson.

Drainage Improvements : This will entail replacement of existing features with new pipes, inlets, and water quality/detention features along various locations of the Charter Oak Ranch Road segment where roadway improvements are planned.

Structural Improvements : To accommodate the realignment and widening, retaining walls will be constructed to retain the associated embankments that will be constructed.

Safety Benefits : Improved Infrastructure, Enhance connectivity and efficiency for Charter Oak Ranch Road, the entry point to Fort Carson’s Gate 19 from the I-25 corridor.

Typical work hours are from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Limited weekend or night work is possible. All work is dependent on weather and resource availability. The construction schedule is subject to change. Updates will be provided as the project progresses.

Project Team : El Paso County, CDOT, Michael Baker International (Design), SEMA Construction, Inc. (Construction) Road Closure : N/A Detour Route : N/A Project Type : Federal/County Cost : $15,000,000 total project Project Manager : John Andrews Contact : : [email protected] or 719-800-2162 Project Website: https://www.codot.gov/projects/militaryaccesssafetyimprovements/charter-oak-ranch-road Schedule: Design Phase 2015-2021, Construction 2022-2023

Information current as of 09/01/2023

Project: Clover Ditch Channel Bank Protection

From Road: East of Loomis Avenue

To Road: Approx. 500 Ft. East of “B” Street

Current Status: Construction

Start: Winter 2023

End: Fall 2023

Project Details: Construction to repair and provide protection of the existing channel bank where it has become severely eroded in order to prevent additional failure.

Project Team: El Paso County / Olgoonik General, LLC

Project Type: County

Estimated Cost: $ 339,797.45

Schedule: Construction Complete Spring 2023

Project: Colorado Centre Drainage Improvements

From Road : Bradley Rd

To Road : Flagstone St

Current Status : Design

Start : 08/01/2023

Project Details: This Project includes drainage and geotechnical studies within the Colorado Centre Development(s) along Horizonview Dr. Project seeks to improve drainage capabilities of the development through improvements to roadway elements and drainage facilities.

Project Team : El Paso County, JR Engineering (Design)

Project Type : ARPA (Federal) / County

Estimated Cost : $5,000,000

Project Manager : John Andrews

Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460

Schedule : Design Phase 2023-2024, Construction 2024-2026

Information current as of 09/11/2023

Project: Deer Creek Rd / Base Camp Rd / Microscope Way

From Road: Monument Hill Road To Road: Woodmoor Drive Current Status: Final Design Start: 2019 End: 2024

Project Details: Roadway , intersection and drainage improvements

Project Team : El Paso County / AECOM (design)

Road Closure : N/A

Project Type : PPRTA Estimated Cost: $600,000 total project Project Manager : John Lantz Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website : N/A Schedule: Planning 2019, Design 2021-2024, Construction 2024

Project: Doe Creek Court Drainage Improvements

From Road: Towner Ave (South of Stapleton Dr)

To Road : Doe Creek Court

Start : 01/16/2023

Project Details : This Project includes regrading and re-alignment of the existing roadside ditch system along Towner Avenue, Twin Fawn Way, and Doe Creek Court, along with improvements to existing drainage facilities and the associated stormwater outfall area to meet current County criteria.

Estimated Cost : $1,000,000

Schedule : Design Phase 2023, Construction 2023-2024

Project: Eastonville Corridor

From Road: McLaughlin Road To Road: Latigo Boulevard Current Status: Final Design Start: 2020 End: TBD

Corridor Study complete – Traffic Impact Study/Conceptual Design Report; Phased-Approach Design Commenced:

  • Phase I – Motley Rd to Londonderry Dr
  • Phase II – McLaughlin Rd to Motley Rd
  • Phase III – Londonderry Dr to Latigo Blvd

Project Team: El Paso County / Wilson & Company (Corridor Study)/Stanley Consultants (Design)

Project Type: PPRTA Estimated Cost: TBD Project Manager: John Lantz Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: https://www.eastonvilleroad.com Schedule: Corridor Study 2020/Phase I Design 2021-2023, Construction 2024/ Phase II Design 2024, Construction 2025

Project: Falcon Park and Ride, Meridian Extension, and Meridian/US 24 Intersection Improvements

From Road: Falcon Highway To Road: US-24 Current Status: Closeout Start: 6/1/2009 End: January 2022

This project consists of connection “New” Meridian to US 24 and extending it to Falcon Highway, creating a full movement signalized intersection at “New” Meridian and US 24, converting the full movement “Old” Meridian and US 24 intersection to right in/right out access only and constructing a Park-n-Ride facility south of US 24 adjacent to “New” Meridian and “Old” Meridian

Project Team: El Paso County, Alfred Benesch & Company, HEI Civil

Road Closure: N/A.

Project Type: PPRTA/Federal/County

Cost: $11,000,000 Total Project

Project Manager: John Andrews

Contact: [email protected] or 719-219-6865

Schedule: Design Phase 2014-2019, Construction 2020-2022

Project: Fontaine Blvd / Security Blvd / Widefield Blvd Intersection

From Road: Fontaine Blvd To Road: Security Blvd / Widefield Blvd Current Status: Construction (On Hold) Start: 2018 End : 2023

This PPRTA project consists of replacement of outdated traffic signal poles with modern equivalents, installation of updated traffic signal equipment, including vehicle detection and signal monitoring equipment, and construction of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant pedestrian facilities such as curb ramps, pedestrian islands, pedestrian push buttons, and new signing and pavement markings.

Beginning August 28, 2023, Construction of Intersection Improvements will be placed on indefinite hold by the County to allow time for furnishment of materials needed to complete safe connection of the traffic signal equipment to the intersection and its associated at-grade railway crossing. Updates to the schedule will be provided on this page once timeline is fully determined.

Project Team : El Paso County, Sturgeon Electric, FHU Engineering Road Closure : Road Closure: Pedestrians should plan for pedestrian detours throughout the construction hold period as crosswalk closure(s) will be in place as shown below. There will be no impact to Businesses or motorists as a result of this closure.

Closed pedestrian crosswalk on Fontaine Blvd

Closed pedestrian crosswalk on Fontaine Blvd

Project Type : PPRTA Cost: $1,250,000.00 Project Manager : John Andrews Contact : [email protected] or 719-924-5052 Project Website : N/A Schedule : Design 2018-2022, Construction 2022-2023

Project: Goldfield Drive Structure Improvements

From Road: Fontaine Blvd. To Road: Bradley Rd. Current Status: Utility Relocation Start: October 2020 End: Fall 2023

Project Details: Guardrail improvements

Project Team : El Paso County / Benesch (design)

Project Type: County Estimated Cost: $TBD Project Manager: Omar Lopez Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: N/A Schedule: Design 2022, Construction TBD

Project: Highway 105A Construction

From Road: Interstate 25 east off ramp

To Road: Lake Woodmoor Drive

Start: 07/24/2023

End: 2025 (weather and resource dependent)

Upcoming Construction Work:

Additional traffic shifts due to utility work along Highway 105 is anticipated to begin Feb 2 and continue through the weekend. The majority of this work is anticipated to be completed by the following Monday morning prior to rush hour.

A waterline line install is scheduled to begin the week of Feb 5 and planned to be completed in about two weeks. During the second week of work, the northbound Knollwood traffic approaching Hwy 105 will be reduced to a single lane. All vehicles making left turns, proceeding straight north, and making right turns will use the “Right Turn Lane”.

Anticipated schedule is weather and resource dependent and subject to change.

Welcome to the website for the Highway 105A Construction Project. This website will provide information about the safety and traffic management improvements underway to this section of Highway 105 in northern El Paso County, Colorado. The site will also provide any traffic impact, road closure and detour information during construction, as well as ways you can stay informed.

Sign up for project updates, construction traffic advisories, and other important information by sending an email to: [email protected]

Highway 105 Project A will extend the 4-lane section east of Knollwood Drive to Lake Woodmoor Drive. This phase of the project generally includes widening and reconstruction of Highway 105, new curb and gutter, two retaining walls, intersection improvements, a new roundabout at the Knollwood Drive / Village Ridge Point intersection, replacement of the traffic signal at Knollwood Drive, new underground drainage system, and a water quality pond.

In addition, Monument Academy will be constructing new queuing lanes on the school property site north of Highway 105, and the Monument Junction developer will be constructing improvements at the Highway 105/CO-105/Jackson Creek Pkwy intersection including a second westbound left turn lane on Highway 105 to southbound Jackson Creek Parkway.

See Project Information Sheet here: Information Sheet

For more information regarding the Hwy 105 Corridor, visit the Highway 105 Corridor link.

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May 23, 2023 Public Open House documents TOM Public Meeting Open House Presentation

Project updates: Sign up to receive project update e-newsletters, traffic impacts and detour information by sending an email to: [email protected]

Recorded Messages: Updated traffic impacts available on the project phone: 719-423-8100

Website: EPC-Hwy105AConstruction

Project Team: El Paso County/HDR (design)/Wilson & Co. (Construction Management) Road Closure: No Detour Route: N/A Project Type: PPRTA/Federal/County Current Allocated Funding: $25,500,000 Project Manager: Alissa Werre Contact : [email protected] or Phone recorded messages: 719-423-8100 Schedule: Construction Summer 2023 to 2025 (weather and resource dependent)

Project: Highway 105 Corridor

To Road: State Highway 83

Current Status: In Progress

Start: 2011

The design, property acquisition, and construction for the Highway 105 corridor improvements are being accomplished in multiple phases.

Project A — Construction

The first segment of the Highway 105 corridor improvements, from Interstate-25 interchange east ramps to Lake Woodmoor Drive, will extend the 4-lane section east of Knollwood Drive. Visit Highway 105A Construction link for additional Project A information.

Project B: The second segment of the corridor improvements, from Lake Woodmoor Drive to Martingale Drive, will generally include widening the road to 3 lanes, improving the vertical alignment, and adding shoulders and additional turn lanes and multiple retaining walls. Ongoing goals for Project B include completing final design and property acquisition to take Project B to construction.

Martingale Drive to SH-83: Preliminary design for the remainder of the corridor continues. The phasing of construction of future segments will continue to be evaluated as part of the ongoing design.

Project Team: El Paso County/HDR (design) Road Closure: No Detour Route : N/A Project Type : PPRTA/Federal/County Current Allocated Funding: $39,000,000 Project Manager: Alissa Werre Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Schedule: Project A: construction; Project B: Final Design 2021-2025, construction 2025-2026

Project: Main St / Security Blvd Intersection

From Road: Main Street To Road: Security Blvd Current Status: Construction Start: 2018 End: 2023

This PPRTA project consists of replacement of outdated traffic signal poles with modern equivalents, installation of updated traffic signal equipment, including vehicle detection and signal monitoring equipment, and construction of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant pedestrian facilities such as curb ramps, pedestrian push buttons, and new signing and pavement markings.

Typical work hours are from 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. Monday through Friday. Limited weekend or night work is possible. All work is dependent on weather and resource availability. The construction schedule is subject to change. Updates will be provided as the project progresses.

Project Team: El Paso County, Sturgeon Electric, FHU Engineering

Road Closure : Motorists should plan for shoulder closures and single lane closures. Business access will be maintained throughout the project

Project Type: PPRTA Estimated Cost: $750,000.00 Project Manager: John Andrews Contact : [email protected] or 719-924-5052 Project Website: N/A Schedule: Design 2018-2022, Construction 2022-2023

Project: Mesa Ridge Parkway

From Road: Powers Blvd (SH21) / SH 16 To Road: Marksheffel Road Current Status: Design Start: 2022 End: 2023

Project Details: Roadway widening, new bridge, intersection and drainage improvements

Project Team : El Paso County / Wilson & Company

Project Type : PPRTA Estimated Cost : $799,160; Construction – TBD Project Manager : Howard Schwartz Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website : N/A Schedule: Design 2022-2023 / Construction 2023-2024

Project: Mesa Ridge Pkwy – Traffic Signal at Marksheffel Rd.

End: September, 2023 – unfortunately, supply-chain issues with parts of the electronic equipment needed for the proper operation of the traffic signal has caused some delay in completing the project

Project Details: Accelerated construction of traffic signal at Mesa Ridge Pkwy. / Marksheffel Rd. prior to the rest of the Mesa Ridge Pkwy. project.

Project Team: El Paso County / Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.

Project Type: PPRTA

Estimated Cost: $668,995.00

Schedule: Signal Operational Spring 2023

Project: N. Ellicott Hwy Bridge Replacement

From Road: Bunny View To Road: Bunny View Current Status: Construction Start: 2020 End : Complete

Project Team : El Paso County / Alfred Benesch (design) / Structures, Inc. (Construction) Road Closure : No Detour Route : none Project Type: County Cost : Allocated funding = $4.785M Project Manager: Alissa Werre Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: N/A Schedule: Complete

Project: Peyton Drainage & Transportation Master Plan

From Road : N/A – Town of Peyton To Road : N/A – Town of Peyton Current Status: Planning Start: 2020 End : 2023 Project Details : Drainage & Traffic/Transportation Infrastructure Study Project Team: El Paso County/ AECOM (Master Plan) Road Closure: N/A Detour Route : N/A Project Type: County Estimated Cost : TBD Project Manager: John Lantz Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website: N/A Schedule : Planning 2021 – 2023 / Design 2024/Construction TBD under PPRTA-3

Information Current as of: 02/01/2024

Project: Rex and Meridian

From Road: Indian Paint Trail

To Road: Antlers Ridge Drive

Construction Start: 2024

Construction End: early 2025

Project Details: El Paso County has designed improvements for the Rex Road at Meridian Road Intersection north of Falcon with construction scheduled to begin in early 2024. The improvements consist of installing a traffic signal, improving sight distance, widening Meridian to four lanes and adding turn lanes on Rex with full-depth reconstruction of both Rex and Meridian roads, roadside ditch and stormwater improvements, and utility relocations.

Final FAQs 01/09/2024

Fact Sheet 12/12/2023

Project Team: El Paso County / AECOM (design) / Contractor (TBD)

Road Closure: Intermittent lane closures during construction

Detour Route: TBD

Cost: $9,900,000

Contact: [email protected] or 719-520-6460

Project website: https://publicworks.elpasoco.com/road-bridge/construction-maintenance-projects/#1600793556228-8faa25db-06a2

Schedule : Design: through 2023, Construction 2024 – early 2025

Information current as of 02/08/2024

Rex & Meridian Project | Public Meeting PowerPoint

Rex & Meridian Project | Public Meeting Display Boards

Rex & Meridian / Public Meeting Reminder

Fact Sheet 02/08/2024

FAQs 02/08/2024

Project: South Academy Blvd Widening

From Road: West of I-25 near Venetucci Blvd To Road: South of Milton E Proby Pkwy Current Status: Construction Start: September 2023 End: Early 2026

Project Details: This project is a component of the Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvements project.

The work along this corridor includes:

  • Widening South Academy Blvd along this mile and a half stretch,
  • Widening the bridges crossing over Bradley Rd,
  • Scour protection to improve the resilience of bridges crossing Fountain Creek,
  • Noise abatement treatments,
  • Drainage improvements,
  • Lighting improvements, and
  • Various other infrastructure work resulting in three dedicated lanes of traffic in each direction along this section of the corridor.

Project Team : El Paso County / SEMA Construction (Construction) / AECOM (Design) / Wilson (Construction Management) / CDOT (partner)

Project Type: PPRTA / Federal / County Estimated Cost: $71,100,000 (total estimate) Project Manager: Brett Hartzell Contact: [email protected] or 719-800-2162 Project Website: https://www.codot.gov/projects/military-access-improvements-in-se-colorado/south-academy-blvd Schedule: Construction: September 2023 – early 2026

Project: South Powers Extension Study

From Road: Mesa Ridge Parkway To Road: I-25 at approximately Mile Marker 123 Current Status: Planning Start: 2022 End: 2023

Project Details: Corridor Study

Project Team : El Paso County with considerable input from the City of Fountain and other stakeholders / Consultant Team – Wilson & Company

Project Type : CDOT Multi-Modal Options Fund funding Cost : $996,000.00 Project Manager : Howard Schwartz Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Additional Project Team Contact: [email protected] Project Website : www.southpowersstudy.com Schedule : 2022/2023

Project: Struthers/North Gate Drainage Improvements

From Road: Shepard Heights To Road: I-25 Current Status: Design Start: 2015 End: 2024

Project Details: Construction of sub-regional drainage system improvements along Struthers Road & North Gate Boulevard.

Project Team : El Paso County/Wilson & Co (design) Road Closure : N/A Detour Route : N/A Project Type : Federal/County Cost: $2,500,000 Project Manager : John Lantz Contact : [email protected] or 719-520-6460 Project Website : N/A Schedule : Design 2015-2024, Construction 2024

Project: Vollmer and Shoup Intersection Improvements

From Road : Vollmer Road/Shoup Road

To Road: Vollmer Road/Shoup Road

Project Details: Design and Construction of intersection improvements

Project Team: El Paso County/ Wilson & Company

Estimated Cost: $497,000 -Design

Work Zone Safety Tips for Drivers

  • Watch for signs, barricades and workers
  • Turn headlights on during evening and overnight hours
  • Follow detours when given
  • Always expect the unexpected

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Projects funded to prevent tons of salt from entering Colorado River each year

By Logan Smith

February 18, 2024 / 5:03 PM MST / CBS Colorado

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management recently awarded $20.9 million for six projects along the Colorado River aimed at reducing the costly amount of salt in its water. Five of the projects are in Colorado.

In a Feb. 12 press release , the BLM estimated economic damages currently caused by excess salinity in the Colorado River water at about $332 million per year. That economic damage mostly comes from the inability to plant certain types of crops which need the river's water for irrigation, as well as costs associated with treating the river's water for residential and commercial usage, according to a BLM report released six years ago. 

"This funding will prevent approximately 11,661 tons of salt each year from entering the Colorado River," the BLM announced in its press release.

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One way salt enters the Colorado River naturally is through erosion. Ash-filled sediment that washes downhill after wildfires is an exaggerated example.

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The shelf of Mancos Shale underneath most of Colorado's Western Slope keeps a steady supply of salt concentrated below the surface, too. The areas with underlying sedimentary rock which receive less than eight inches of rain a year tend to register the highest concentrations, according to the BLM. 

Some of the underground salinity comes to the surface through geothermal activity, including hot springs. 

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But recent research indicates man-made activities contribute considerably to the river's salinity levels: runoff from irrigation, road management, timber production, and water flowing from mining or drilling operations or off-road vehicle areas are among those named by the BLM.

The six projects are focused on delivery systems to agricultural irrigation. Canals and dirt ditches will be lined with a type of concrete in several cases. Pipelines will be inserted in others. 

Colorado River

The Colorado River begins as snowmelt and streamwater originated in the Never Summer Range on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park. It travels 1,400 miles through seven states and into Mexico. 

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It was the impact to water at the border that prompted U.S. action. In 1961, water was diverted behind the nearly completed Glen Canyon Dam to fill Lake Powell. Also, the Bureau of Reclamation launched operations at its Gila Project in southwestern Arizona which drained saline-rich water into the Colorado prior to its crossing into Mexico. 

Salinity levels in water delivered to Mexico jumped from 800ppm (parts per million) in 1960 to more than 2,000ppm in 1962 (the Gila Project's output was measured at 6,000ppm).

The impact to farm land in Mexico was significant. Mexican authorities protested and the U.S. negotiated water treatment actions. 

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Legislation signed into law in 1974 created the Colorado River Basin Salinity Program . That law was amended with additional federal support last year when congressional representatives from the seven states pushed for assistance in the effort to reduce salinity in the river.  

Last week, following a competitive bidding process, the Bureau of Reclamation announced the six projects receiving funding: 

  • Lower Bench Canal Salinity Control Project, Utah: This project is to fund the Uintah Indian Irrigation Project O&M Company for salinity control by eliminating seepage losses via piping of 13.97 miles of the unlined open Bench Canal.
  • Hartland Ditch Improvement Project, Delta, Colorado: This project will provide resources to the Hartland Ditch Company to line the upper Hartland Ditch (currently an earthen ditch) with shotcrete along the existing alignment, including new turnouts for all headgates. It will also replace various spill structures and turnouts and install other various infrastructure to enable lining and piping.
  • North Delta Canal Salinity Control Project, Delta, Colorado: This project will provide resources to the North Delta Irrigation Company to provide salinity control improvements to the North Delta Canal. This project will install approximately 4,945 ft of pipe and 6,820 ft of shotcrete liner along the canal. It will also provide for headgate structure, gate replacement, and siphon installation; all with remote controls to allow the ditch company to operate headgates remotely.
  • Bostwick Park Hairpin Lateral Piping/Salinity Reduction Project, Montrose, Colorado: The proposed Hairpin Lateral Piping/Salinity Reduction Project will install a pressurized irrigation water inverted siphon approximately 4,625 feet (ft) long across Hairpin Draw, which will allow water to bypass approximately 20,490 ft of open ditch.
  • Fire Mountain Canal Phase 2 Salinity Project, Hotchkiss, Colorado: The Fire Mountain Canal & Reservoir Company will install 1044 ft of pipeline as an inverted siphon across Short Draw Creek and abandonment of 8,659 ft of open earthen canal. A valve and necessary accessories will be installed at the bottom of the siphon to allow draining of the pipeline.
  • Grand Valley Irrigation Company Phase 6 Lining Project, Grand Junction, Colorado: Three sections of canal will be lined with an impermeable membrane liner system and coated in shotcrete conforming to U.S. Bureau of Reclamation specifications. Old headgates within each section will be replaced with new concrete structures complete with trash screens and sacrificial anodes. The canal will be re-graded and shaped using a combination of imported materials and suitable on-site materials prior to installation of liner materials.

" It is estimated," the Bureau of Reclamation stated in its press release, "that damages would increase to $631 million per year without the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Program."

Logan Smith is an assignment desk editor and former photojournalist and editor for CBS Colorado with more than 30 years of journalism experience in print and television media.

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Construction starts soon on CO 66 and WCR 21 safety improvement project

Project update.

Weld County – The Colorado Department of Transportation and Martin Marietta Materials will make safety improvements at the intersection of Colorado Highway 66 and Weld County Road 21 starting this month. Drivers should expect frequent traffic pattern changes and delays of up to ten minutes through the work zone.

This project will improve safety by adding left turn lanes to all intersection approaches. The intersection will be resurfaced with asphalt pavement to provide a smoother riding surface and increase the longevity of the highway. Work includes reconstructing drainage and irrigation systems. WCR 21 stop signs will be upgraded to flashing light displays for improved visibility. Project completion is anticipated in late summer.

CDOT will coordinate traffic control with at least two other projects on the CO 66 corridor between Mead and Platteville this construction season. One of the projects is upgrading traffic signals at WCR 7 and WCR 13. This work is ongoing and should be complete by this summer. The other project is a culvert replacement roughly one mile east of WCR 21 that is expected to start and finish this spring. Drivers are encouraged to take alternate routes, use extra caution in the work zones and follow all signs and markings.

The CO 66 and WCR 21 project may require single-lane operations with flaggers alternating traffic or temporary short-term detours for WCR 21 traffic. A temporary concrete barrier wall will be used to separate the work zone from adjacent travel lanes. Work zone speed limit reduction and oversize load width restriction are anticipated.

General work hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. with occasional extended hours and weekend work. The construction schedule is weather-dependent and subject to change.

Stay Informed

For additional information about this project, contact the project team.

  • Project hotline: 970-776-5580
  • Project email: [email protected]
  • Project web page: codot.gov/projects/co66countyroad21

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

  • Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
  • Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
  • Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
  • See scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
  • Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and YouTube

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

  • Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
  • Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.
  • Watch for workers. Drive with caution.
  • Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
  • Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
  • Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
  • Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
  • Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
  • Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
  • Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
  • Be patient!

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  1. EngageCOS

    Construction 30th Street Corridor Project Complete Police Training Facility Planning Phase Fontanero and 31st Street Intersection Improvements Project Planning Phase 2050 Regional Transit and Specialized Transit Plans Planning Phase Senior Center Renovation In Progress Cheyenne Neighborhood Transportation Study Planning Phase

  2. Major Colorado Springs construction projects make strides heading into

    A 259-room, dual-branded Marriott hotel is under construction in the 400 block of South Tejon Street in downtown Colorado Springs. The hotel's developers slowed the pace of the project during...

  3. Active Projects

    Public Active Projects (Public view) Search Archived Files This is a publicly available read-only view of all Development Applications currently in review. Click a Project Name to see more details, or click a parcel number to see where the proposed project is located. Type: File Number: Name/Location: Parcel: Clear Active Major Projects (477)

  4. Construction Projects in Colorado Springs, Colorado

    Denver Colorado Springs Englewood Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Show more states 5723 Camber View, Colorado Springs, CO 80916 Project in Colorado Springs , Colorado Last Known GC: City of Colorado Springs Project Type: Commercial projects Recent Activity: 0 Permit Filled 0 Prelim Notices 0 Lien Waivers

  5. The 'New South End' of Colorado Springs ...

    A seven-story apartment building is coming to the southwest corner of Cimarron and south Weber streets in Colorado Springs. The building will have 214 apartments ranging in size from studios to ...

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    Come and be a part of the action! Sample Construction Leads in Colorado Springs Construction Projects to Bid on in Colorado Springs In a fast growing metropolitan area like Colorado Springs, ConstructionWire is your go-to for finding construction projects to bid on.

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    About Us Current Construction Projects Latest Construction Projects in Colorado Springs New construction projects in Colorado are at an all-time high. In fact, Colorado currently boasts one of the fastest growth rates in the country.

  8. Colorado Springs Continues its Growth in 2022

    The $109 million project spans 24 acres at the northwest intersection of North Carefree Circle and Powers Boulevard and is expected to open mid-2022. Business travelers will also soon have their pick of two new lodgings in downtown Colorado Springs, including a seven-story, 120-room Hyatt Place located at Kiowa Street and Nevada Avenue and the ...

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    CO 115 Improvements - Colorado Springs to Penrose US 85 Corridor Improvements I-70 VSL and CO 74 & US 285 ITS Upgrades I-25 and CO-7: Interim Transit Improvements ... ('Active Construction', 'Projects', 'Project: Eastern Plains Timber Bridge Repair', 'Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)', 'Logan County', 'Morgan County', 'Washington County ...

  10. New 2024 Developments

    Colorado Springs is on the move with a host of new business wins for 2023 and big plans for 2024. In late July it was announced that Colorado Springs would retain the U.S. Space Command headquarters. A few weeks later, Boecore announced its expansion in the city, making a capital investment of $7.8 million and promising 600-plus high paying jobs.

  11. A look ahead: 2024 brings growth, change to Colorado Springs

    A proposed 36-story apartment building with 497 units, five parking levels with 489 spaces and 41,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities has been proposed on the southwest corner of a...

  12. Bridge construction project underway along key traffic corridor in

    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Work is gearing up on a two-year, $40 million project to demolish four old bridges on the south end of Circle Drive and replace them with new bridges. KRDO The ...

  13. CO 115 Improvements

    Cost: $40 Million Contractor: Castle Rock Construction Timeline: July 2022 to Summer 2024 Location: CO 115 from Colorado Springs to Penrose Mile Points: 27 to 39 County: El Paso County Project Benefits: Improve roadway and bridge safety Enhance mobility by adding turn lanes and passing lanes Reconstruct critical regional transportation corridor

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  15. Construction and Maintenance Projects

    Construction and Maintenance Projects You are here: Home Road and Bridge Construction and Maintenance Projects 2023 Road Maintenance Program CLICK HERE The County's transportation network consists of more than 2,000 miles of paved and gravel roads, and related right-of-way assets.

  16. I-70 Floyd Hill Project

    2028. (The project was originally estimated to be complete in early 2024, but is delayed because of loss of work days due to weather impacts.) Location: I-70 from east of the Floyd Hill/Beaver Brook exit to Colorado Blvd. Nearest Town: Idaho Springs Mile Points: 241 to 248 County: Clear Creek County

  17. Gordon Construction

    Gordon Construction has provided timely, quality residential construction and commercial construction solutions in Colorado Springs, CO, since 2004. For more than a decade, we've helped take multiple projects from nothing more than a piece of land to a fully-developed building, whether it was a home, a retail space, or an office building.

  18. Projects funded to prevent tons of salt from entering Colorado River

    The U.S. Bureau of Land Management recently awarded $20.9 million for six projects along the Colorado River aimed at reducing the costly amount of salt in its water. Five of the projects are in ...

  19. Commercial Construction Projects in Colorado Springs, Colorado

    1900 W Garden of The Gods Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Project in Colorado Springs , Colorado. Last Known GC: Swinerton Builders. Project Type: Commercial projects. Recent Activity:

  20. Construction starts soon on CO 66 and WCR 21 safety improvement project

    Weld County - The Colorado Department of Transportation and Martin Marietta Materials will make safety improvements at the intersection of Colorado Highway 66 and Weld County Road 21 starting this month. Drivers should expect frequent traffic pattern changes and delays of up to ten minutes through the work zone. This project will improve safety by adding left turn lanes to all intersection ...