URGENT UPDATE: Major road closures and construction zones have been announced in Boulder County for the week of November 1-7, 2023, impacting drivers and commuters across multiple routes. These significant developments could affect your daily travel plans—here’s what you need to know immediately.
28th Street Improvements: The ongoing improvements on 28th Street from Pearl to Iris will temporarily relocate the northbound RTD Stop No. 17992, serving routes 205 and BOLT, to just south of the Valmont intersection until December 31. Expect delays and plan alternate routes.
19th Street and Fourmile Canyon Creek: Starting this week, crews will close Northbound 19th Street between Sumac and Upland to replace the bridge over Fourmile Canyon Creek and construct a new bike/pedestrian underpass. This closure is expected to last until April 1, 2024. Detours will be in place via Quince.
63rd Street Waterline Replacement: Essential work is underway on 63rd Street, affecting traffic from Jay to Valmont. Both Andrus Road and 62nd Street will be closed to through traffic, but access for businesses and residents will remain. This project is anticipated to continue until April 1, 2024.
Colo. 7 Milling and Paving: Expect alternating double-lane closures on Colo. 7 between 28th Street and Cherryvale Road from 7 a.m. to midnight on weekdays. Milling and paving operations will continue through late October, with completion targeted for December 15.
Sugarloaf Road Culvert Replacement: Lane closures on Sugarloaf Road at Betasso Road will lead to travel delays as two culverts are replaced. A temporary three-way traffic signal is set to be installed, and this work is expected to last into November. Access to the Betasso Preserve will be maintained.
City of Boulder Waterline Replacement: Further traffic impacts are anticipated on 63rd Street due to a waterline replacement project lasting through February 2024. Significant changes will affect traffic patterns, with two lanes shifting to the east side of 63rd Street between Gunbarrel Avenue and the railroad crossing.
Colo. 119 Safety Improvements: The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is actively working on Colo. 119 / Diagonal Highway. This project focuses on enhancing safety and mobility and is expected to be completed by spring 2027.
In Erie, the Prince Lake Dam rehabilitation project is continuing, with work expected to last through March 2026. Drivers may experience brief delays along 111th Street as work trucks access the site.
Moreover, lane closures will occur on Erie Parkway and Glacier Drive for traffic signal installations, with disruptions expected on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. until December.
Weld County Maintenance Closures: Full closures are in effect on WCR 1.5 and WCR 3 for maintenance work, which will continue through November 26. These roads will be closed 24 hours a day, necessitating alternate routes.
Stay tuned for more updates as these crucial projects develop. Plan your travels wisely to avoid delays and ensure a smooth commute during this busy construction period. Share this information with friends and family to keep everyone informed!
