Colorado Springs project
After major reconstruction, 30th Street between Mesa and Gateway roads re-opened to traffic on Friday, June 17. Travelers will encounter occasional lane shifts for work adjacent to the roadway.
Work continues on the Foothills Trail near Gateway Road, which will be realigned to utilize the new underpass at the Garden of the Gods Park entrance.
The contractor is working on grading the final trail alignment and preparing for concrete paving later this month. The trail is anticipated to open in early August.
The main artery between the Westside and Garden of the Gods Road, 30th Street, is closed in both directions between Gateway Road and Fontanero Street through early summer 2023. Access to Garden of the Gods Park, including the Visitor & Nature Center, will be maintained from Garden of the Gods Road.
The detour directs all traffic to use Centennial Boulevard. Park and visitor center traffic can enter 30th Street from Garden of the Gods Road.
Water Street and Westmoor Drive are closed at 30th Street, but 31st Street will remain open for access to the Pleasant Valley neighborhood.
Wildcat Construction recently installed a new storm sewer system on Water Street between 30th Street and the canal at 31st Street. Crews are completing finishing work, which includes preparing for asphalt paving later this month.
After paving is complete, Water Street will remain closed east of the Valley Swim Club entrance, 1111 N 31st St., while 30th Street reconstruction is underway.
General work hours are 7 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays, with occasional extended work hours as needed. Flaggers will assist with traffic control when necessary.
For more information on the project: ColoradoSprings.gov/30thStreet.