• January 29 – February 01
• February 05 – February 08
• February 12 – February 15
• February 20 – February 22
• February 26 – February 29

• March 04 – March 07
• March 11 – March 14
• March 18 – March 21
• March 25 – March 28

• April 01 – April 04
• April 08 – April 11
• April 15 – April 18
• April 22 – April 25
• April 29 – May 02

• April 29 – May 02
• May 06 – May 09
• May 13 – May 16
• May 20 – May 23
• May 28 – May 30

• June 03 – June 06
• June 10 – June 13
• June 17 – June 20
• June 24 – June 27

• July 01 – July 03
• July 08 – July 11
• July 15 – July 18
• July 22 – July 25
• July 29 – August 01

• July 29 – August 01
• August 05 – August 08
• August 12 – August 15
• August 19 – August 22
• August 26 – August 29

• September 03 – September 05
• September 09 – September 12
• September 16 – September 19
• September 23 – September 26
• September 30 – October 03

• September 30 – October 03
• October 07 – October 10
• October 14 – October 17
• October 21 – October 24
• October 28 – October 31

• November 04 – November 07
• November 12 – November 14
• November 18 – November 21
• November 25 – November 26

• December 02 – December 05
• December 09 – December 12
• December 16 – December 19
• December 23 – December 26
• December 30 – January 02

Project: Akers Wetland Bank

From Road: Akers Drive across from Public Works Bldg.

To Road:

Current Status: Design

Start: 2022

End: 2025

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

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: Federal

Estimated Cost: $459,914.00

Project Manager: Howard Schwartz

Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design 2022-2024; Construction 2025 – delays caused by slow approval of design by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Information current as of 09/01/2024

Project: Arnold Avenue Bridge Replacement

From Road: Mitchell Ave
To Road: Fairchild Ave
Current Status: Construction Contract Awarded; Pre-Con Activities with Construction Start Oct
Start: 2019
End: 2025

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: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design 2019-2024, Construction 2024-2025

Information current as of 09/06/2024

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: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design 2021, Construction TBD

Information current as of 08/01/2024

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: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Traffic Study 2019 / Design TBD

Information current as of 08/01/2024

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

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: PPRTA
Estimated Cost: $23,000,000
Project Manager: Omar Lopez
Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design 2019-2022, Property Acquisition 2023-2024, Construction Fall/Winter 2024

Information current as of 08/01/2024

Project: Bradley Road Widening

From Road: South Academy Road

To Road: Hancock Expressway

Start: 2023

End: TBD

Current Status: Design

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

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: Federal/County

Estimated Cost: $1,426,414 Design

Project Manager: John Andrews

Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

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

Information current as of 09/06/2024

Project: Colorado Centre Drainage Improvements

From Road: Bradley Rd

To Road: Flagstone St

Current Status: Construction

Start: 08/01/2023

End: 2026

Project Details: This Project seeks to improve drainage capacities and conveyance methods within the Colorado Centre residential development through improvements to roadway elements and drainage facilities.

In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), El Paso County (“County”) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in the County’s services, programs, or activities. Should you require an auxiliary aid and/or service to participate in an upcoming meeting, please submit your request by emailing ADACompliance@elpasoco.com or calling El Paso County ADA Coordinator, David Mejia at 719-520.6866. Dial 711 or 800-659-3656 for Relay Colorado.

In addition, members of the public needing special accommodations or translation services for the Public Open House may submit requests by emailing the project team at ColoradoCentreProject@gmail.com by Thursday, Dec.12, 2024.

Project map

Colorado Center Mailer – forthcoming meeting

Colorado Centre FAQ 01-06-2025

Project Team: El Paso County, JR Engineering (Design), FHU Engineering (CM), Native Sun Construction Inc. (Construction)

Road Closure: N/A

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: ARPA (Federal) / County

Estimated Cost: $10,000,000

Project Manager: John Andrews

Project Contact: ColoradoCentreProject@gmail.com or 719-396-2165

County Contact: dotweb@elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design Phase 2023-2024, Construction 2025-2026

Information current as of 01/06/2025

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

From Road: Monument Hill Road
To Road: Woodmoor Drive
Current Status: Final Design Review
Start: 2019
End: 2025

Project Details: Roadway , intersection and drainage improvements

Project Team: El Paso County / AECOM (design)

Road Closure: N/A

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: PPRTA
Estimated Cost: $6,000,000 total project
Project Manager: John Lantz
Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Planning 2019, Design 2021-2024, Construction 2024-2025

Information current as of 09/06/2024

Project: Doe Creek Court Drainage Improvements

From Road: Towner Ave (South of Stapleton Dr)

To Road: Doe Creek Court

Current Status: Construction

Start: 1/16/2023

End: 09/20/2024

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.

Project Team: El Paso County, RJ Gleeson

Road Closure: Shoulder closure along East side of Towner Avenue, Stapleton Road to Twin Fawn Way

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: ARPA (Federal) / County

Estimated Cost: $1,000,000.00

Project Manager: John Andrews

Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design Phase 2023, Construction 2024

Information current as of 08/01/2024

Project: Eastonville Corridor

From Road: McLaughlin Road
To Road: Latigo Boulevard
Current Status: Phase I – Final Design; Phase II – Preliminary Design; Phase III – Developer-led
Start: 2020
End: TBD

Project Details:

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)

Road Closure: N/A

Detour Route: N/A

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

Information current as of 09/06/2024

Project: EPC Pedestrian Crossing Improvements

From Road:

To Road:

Current Status: Design

Start: 2024

End: 2026

Project Details: Design and construction of improvements to 24 intersections throughout El Paso County to improve pedestrian safety by replacing outdated signal systems, signage, striping, additional sidewalks, etc. at locations which include school crossings, access to trails, jobs, parks, transit, and other pedestrian generators

Project Team: El Paso County / HDR Engineering, Inc. (Design) / TBD (Construction)

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: Federal

Estimated Cost: Design: $2,360,000.00 / Construction: $11,982,284.00

Project Manager: Howard Schwartz

Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design 2024 – 2025 / Construction 2025 – 2026

Information Current as of 09/01/2024

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

Project Details:

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.

Project Type: PPRTA
Cost: $1,250,000.00
Project Manager: John Andrews
Contact: trafficsignalupdate@gmail.com or 719-924-5052
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design 2018-2022, Construction 2022-2023

Information current as of 08/01/2024

Furrow Road

From Road: Lamplight Rd

To Road: Minglewood Trail (north)

Start: 2022

End: 2025

Project Details: Design and Construction of roadway improvements

Project Information:

El Paso County hosted an informational virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams on November 19, 2024. The purpose of the meeting was to inform residents about safety improvements coming to Furrow Road. The presentation is at link below.

Public Meeting Presentation 11/19/2024

In 2021, El Paso County performed a safety analysis of Furrow Road between Highway 105 and Higby Road that included the recently constructed connection at Lamplight Drive/Minglewood Trail, in unincorporated northern El Paso County. The analysis provided recommendations for long-term safety improvements along this corridor. To support and encourage safety, the County determined that Furrow Road would not be opened to through traffic until safety improvements were made.

In the time since, the County has further researched design options that optimize safety, mobility, and financial needs. The ultimate roadway design will feature 11-foot travel lanes and a separate 6-foot-wide non-motorized facility on the west side of Furrow Road. Traffic circles will be constructed at key intersections along Furrow Road, between Hwy 105 and the Lamplight/ Minglewood intersection, to enhance traffic flow and promote safer speeds.

Recently there has been an increase in demand for additional travel route options through this area. In preparation for the ultimate improvements, El Paso County will implement interim safety measures that reflect the principles used in designing the permanent improvements mentioned above. These interim measures include striping the existing roadway between Higby Road and Highway 105, to establish 11-foot travel lanes and create a 3-foot buffer zone and install additional traffic signs to guide current and future road users. This interim safety plan will enable El Paso County to safely connect Furrow Road from Hwy 105 to Higby Road while maintaining overall traffic operations and safety along the corridor.

2022-08-24 FINAL Furrow Road Report

2022-08-17 Public Meeting #2 Presentation

2021-11-09 Public Meeting #1 Presentation

Project Team: El Paso County/Stantec (design)

Road Closures: at Lamplight

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: El Paso County

Estimated Cost: $543,500 (design)

Project Manager: Alissa Werre

Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design 2023-2024; Construction 2025

Information Current as of 01/06/2025

Project: Galley Road/ Peterson Road

From Road:

To Road:

Current Status: Design

Start: 2023

End: early 2025

Project Details: Design of a structure to convey stormwater under the intersection of Galley Rd./Peterson Rd. to alleviate flooding conditions there during moderate storm events

Project Team: El Paso County / Alfred Benesch & Company

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: Federal

Estimated Cost: $497,729.00

Project Manager: Howard Schwartz

Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design complete early 2025 / Construction funding not available until 2028/2029

Information Current as of 09/01/2024

Project: Goldfield Drive Structure Improvements

From Road: Fontaine Blvd.
To Road: Bradley Rd.
Current Status: Utility Relocation
Start: October 2020
End: Fall 2024

Project Details: Guardrail improvements

Project Team: El Paso County / Benesch (design)

Road Closure:No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: County
Estimated Cost: $TBD
Project Manager: Omar Lopez
Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design 2022, Construction TBD

Information current as of 08/01/2024

Project: Highway 105A Construction

From Road: Interstate 25 east off ramp

To Road: Lake Woodmoor Drive

Current Status: Construction

Start: 07/24/2023

End: 2025 (weather and resource dependent)

Project Details:

Construction of the Highway 105A Project is coming to an end. However, while major construction activities are completed, there are still tasks that remain. For the next few weeks, traffic will continue to be shifted as necessary for the team to complete traffic signal timing at Knollwood and landscaping work. The daily lane shifts or closures will be reopened each evening.

Please adhere to the construction zone speed limits and continue to exercise caution while driving through the project area for your safety and for that of the construction crews who are still actively working.

Major construction on Highway 105 has transitioned to the Classic Homes work at the Jackson Creek Parkway and Highway 105 intersection. Work mandated by the Town of Monument, El Paso County, and the Colorado Department of Transportation will provide capacity and improve traffic flow for commuter traffic and the development along Jackson Creek Parkway. Work at this intersection will involve the relocation of utilities, the installation of new traffic signal at the junction of Jackson Creek Parkway and Highway 105. Furthermore, a retaining wall will be constructed, and all three legs of the Jackson Creek Parkway and Highway 105 intersection will be widened. Wildcat Construction has been contracted by Monument Junction Metropolitan District to perform the intersection work.

HWY 105A MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

• Highway 105 has been widened from just east of Jackson Creek Parkway to Lake Woodmoor Drive, to include two lanes in each direction with left and right-turn lanes.
• Three retaining walls were constructed to accommodate the road widening.
• A new roundabout at the Knollwood Drive and Village Ridge Point intersection was constructed.
• The traffic signal at Knollwood Drive was replaced.
• A new underground drainage system and water-quality pond were constructed.
• Significant utility work and relocations were completed.
• In addition, queuing lanes around Monument Academy and associated retaining walls were completed to help address the flow of vehicles dropping off/picking up students.

The completed project will provide greater mobility by accommodating more traffic and includes multi-use shoulders, pedestrian improvements, and sidewalk connectivity. The new roundabout, coupled with new queuing lanes constructed by Monument Academy, will keep traffic moving and reduce the traffic backups on Highway 105 that have previously occurred in this area.

See Project Information Sheet here: Information Sheet

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

STAY INFORMED

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2023

Newsletter August 8, 2023

Newsletter August 15, 2023

Newsletter August 21, 2023

Newsletter August 25, 2023

Newsletter September 05, 2023

Newsletter September 08 2023

Newsletter November 02, 2023

Newsletter November 07, 2023

Newsletter December 21, 2023

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: Hwy105Aconstruction@gmail.com

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: Hwy105Aconstruction@gmail.com or Phone recorded messages: 719-423-8100
Schedule: Construction Summer 2023 to 2025 (weather and resource dependent)

Information current as of 01/06/2025

Project: Highway 105 Corridor

From Road: Interstate 25 east off ramp

To Road: State Highway 83

Current Status: In Progress

Start: 2011

End: TBD

Project Details:

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

Project A — Construction

Visit Highway 105A Construction link for 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: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Schedule: Project A: construction; Project B: Final Design 2021-2025, construction 2025-2026

Information current as of 01/06/2025

Project: Main St / Security Blvd Intersection

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

Project Details:

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.

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

Road Closure: N/A

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: PPRTA
Estimated Cost: $750,000.00
Project Manager: John Andrews
Contact: trafficsignalupdate@gmail.com or 719-924-5052
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design 2018-2022, Construction 2022-2023

Information current as of 08/01/2024

Project: Mesa Ridge Parkway

From Road: Powers Blvd (SH21) / SH 16
To Road: Marksheffel Road
Current Status: Final Design Elements / Property Acquistion
Start: 2022
End: early 2025

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

Project Team: El Paso County / Wilson & Company

Road Closure: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: PPRTA
Estimated Cost: $995,127.00
Project Manager: Howard Schwartz
Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design/Property Acquisition: complete Early 2025; Construction: 2025-2026

Information current as of 09/01/2024

Project: NRCS EWP Projects (DPW Sites)

From Road: Black Squirrel Creek at JD Johnson Road and Garrett Road, Brackett Creek at Ellicott Highway

To Road:

Start: Nov 2023

End: May 2025

Current Status: Final Design

Project Details: Design and Construction creek bank restoration at Black Squirrel Creek at JD Johnson Road and Garrett Road; and Brackett Creek at Ellicott Highway

Project Team: El Paso County/Basis Partners

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: County/NRCS

Estimated Cost: $548,000-Design

Project Manager: Veronica Cid

Contact: dotweb@elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design 2023-2024; Construction-Nov 2024-May 2025

Information current as of 09/06/2024

Project: NRCS EWP Projects (Parks Sites)

From Road: Fountain Creek at Willow Spring Ponds and Duckwood Trailhead

To Road:

Start: Nov 2023

End: May 2025

Current Status: Final Design

Project Details: Design and Construction creek bank restoration at Fountain Creek at Willow Spring Ponda and Duckwood Trailhead

Project Team: El Paso County/Basis Partners

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: County/NRCS

Estimated Cost: $382,000-Design

Project Manager: Veronica Cid

Contact: dotweb@elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design 2023-2024; Construction-Nov 2024-May 2025

Information Current as of 09/06-2024

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: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Planning 2021 – 2023 / Design 2024/Construction TBD under PPRTA-3

Information Current as of: 09/06/2024

Project: Rex and Meridian

From Road: Indian Paint Trail

To Road: Antlers Ridge Drive

Current Status: Construction

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

Project Manager: Omar Lopez

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

Road Closure: Intermittent lane closures during construction

Detour Route: TBD

Project Type: County

Cost: $9,900,000

Contact: RexMeridianImprovements@gmail.com 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 11/21/2024

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Rex & Meridian Project | Public Meeting PowerPoint

Rex & Meridian Project | Public Meeting Display Boards

Rex & Meridian / Public Meeting Reminder

FAQs 02/08/2024

Fact Sheet 11/21/2024

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)

Road Closure: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: PPRTA / Federal / County
Estimated Cost: $71,100,000 (total estimate)
Project Manager: Brett Hartzell
Contact: I25CO94.mamsip@gmail.com 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

Information current as of 10/01/2024

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: early 2025

Project Details: Corridor Study

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

Road Closure: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: CDOT Multi-Modal Options Fund funding
Cost: $996,000.00
Project Manager: Howard Schwartz
Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Additional Project Team Contact: SouthPowersStudy@gmail.com
Project Website: www.southpowersstudy.com
Schedule: 2022/2024

Information current as of 09/01/2024

Project: Struthers/North Gate Drainage Improvements

From Road: Shepard Heights
To Road: I-25
Current Status: Final Design
Start: 2015
End: 2025

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: $4,800,000
Project Manager: John Lantz
Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Project Website: N/A
Schedule: Design 2015-2024, Construction 2024-2025

Information current as of 09/06/2024

Project: Ute Pass Trail Phase 2 Project

From Road: Winnemucca Road

To Road: US 24 & Fountain Ave Intersection

Start: Nov 2020

End: May 2025

Current Status: Final Design

Project Details: Design and Construction 1.67 miles of trail along Chipita Park Road, Fountain Avenue and Springs Street from Winnemucca Road to US 24 and Fountain Avenue Intersection

Project Team: El Paso County/Stantec

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: County/Federal

Estimated Cost: $972,000-Design

Project Manager: Veronica Cid

Contact: dotweb@elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

Schedule: Design 2020-2024; Construction-2025

Information Current as of 09/06-2024

Project: Vollmer and Shoup Intersection Improvements

From Road: Vollmer Road/Shoup Road

To Road: Vollmer Road/Shoup Road

Start: 2023

End: TBD

Current Status: Design

Project Details: Design and Construction of intersection improvements

Project Team: El Paso County/ Wilson & Company

Road Closures: No

Detour Route: N/A

Project Type: County

Estimated Cost: $497,000 -Design

Project Manager: Veronica Cid

Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460

Project Website: N/A

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

Information current as of 09/06/2024

Woodmoor Dr. / Lake Woodmoor Dr. Intersection

From Road: Woodmoor Drive
To Road: Lake Woodmoor Drive
Current Status: Planning
Start: 2024
End: TBD
Project Details: Planning to determine future intersection improvements
Project Team: El Paso County
Road Closure: N/A
Detour Route: N/A
Project Type: County
Allocated Funding: TBD
Project Manager: Alissa Werre
Contact: https://citizenconnect.elpasoco.com or 719-520-6460
Schedule: Planning 2024; Design TBD

Information Current as of: 01/06/2025