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Friday, January 1, 2021
4 outdoor cleaning tips that could help you save thousands
(BPT) – The sounds of birds chirping, longer daylight hours, and budding trees and flowers are early signs that warmer weather and spring are on the way. That means more time outside to enjoy nature, but it’s also a sign it might be time for a little spring cleaning.
“Cold temperatures, snowfall and winter rains can have a big effect on houses and landscaping, so now’s the time to check for potential home repairs and maintenance,” said Christopher O’Rourke, Mercury Insurance vice president of property claims. “Spring cleaning isn’t just about getting rid of belongings you no longer want or need – it’s also a time to get your home in tip-top shape so you can enjoy it throughout the rest of the year.”
Here are four tips O’Rourke recommends to welcome the new season and save some money down the road.
- Clean your gutters.
Gutters collect debris over time, especially when rain, snow and wind causes twigs, pine needles and leaves to settle on your roof and in your rain gutters. Accumulated debris can create blockages that direct water into the home or, in areas without much precipitation, can act as kindling in the event of a fire. Buildup also allows mildew and mold to develop, which can slowly decay a home’s exterior and roof.
“Preventable damage like mold or mildew that develops and rots a home’s exterior isn’t covered by homeowners insurance,” said O’Rourke. “It’s important to routinely clean out gutters – even if you have gutter guards installed, they don’t completely protect against debris building up eventually. An hour or two spent cleaning or checking your gutters is time well spent compared to the alternative.”
- Trim branches and remove dangerous trees.
Thunderstorm frequency picks up in summer months, and high winds can occur year round, so it’s best to get a jump on tree maintenance in early spring. Regularly trimming tree branches reduces their chance of breaking during a storm, which could cause power outages or property damage.
“Properly trimmed branches present a lower risk of falling onto your home, power lines or possibly injuring someone on your property,” said O’Rourke. “Also, in areas that are prone to wildfires, trimmed trees create a buffer zone to help lower the chances of flames easily jumping onto your roof.”
Consider having the trees on your property inspected by an arborist to determine their health and have diseased trees removed before they topple over unexpectedly. Removal costs vary depending on height and difficulty, but range from $ 100 to around $ 1,800. These preventative costs are not covered by your homeowners policy, but can be a wise investment that saves you time, money and anxiety.
- Watch out for service lines.
Homeowners who want to plant gardens, trees or install additional landscape features to enhance their outdoor living space should be aware of potential underground utility lines. Most service lines – a network of exterior, underground utility lines or pipes that supply a home with electricity, gas, water and sewer functions – are only buried a few inches beneath the ground. Accidentally hitting one when digging can result in loss of service, expensive repairs or a serious injury.
If a break to a service line happens on a homeowner’s property, special machinery may be needed to excavate pipes from beneath the ground, which may require digging under your home, garden or driveway. The homeowner is responsible for repair or replacement costs, and this damage can be inconvenient, expensive and isn’t covered by a standard homeowners insurance policy.
“The average cost to repair a break to a service line is about $ 5,000 and most Americans wouldn’t welcome such a large surprise bill,” said O’Rourke. “Homeowners should definitely consider purchasing an endorsement to their insurance policy to protect against losses of this nature. Mercury offers this coverage as an addition to our home insurance policy and it costs as little as $ 8 a year, depending on the home’s age.”
To be safe, homeowners should call 811 before digging so the utility companies can send a locator to mark the approximate locations of underground service lines.
- Service your air conditioning unit.
Regular maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems is essential to ensure the equipment is in proper working order, which can save money on energy bills, as well as protect against expensive repair and replacement costs.
“No one wants to unexpectedly find themselves living in a sauna during the dog days of summer, so the start of spring is a great time to have your air conditioner inspected,” said O’Rourke. “You should also change your air filter to make sure it’s operating at its highest efficiency, so when that heat wave hits you’ll be nice and cool inside your home.”
Have a professional inspect your HVAC unit to make sure its exterior condenser coil and compressor are clean and free from blockages – the average cost for an inspection is about $ 300.
Your home will bring you security and joy for many years to come. Taking the time to maintain it is well worth the investment.
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The Destruction Of Hale Parkway
Denver’s Hale neighborhood is an historic community tucked between Colorado Boulevard and Holly Streets to the west and east, respectively, and Colfax Ave. and 6th Ave. to the north and south. This relatively quiet area is fairly unique in that the north/south grid is diagonally distinguished by a tree-lined, two-lane, median-separated stretch of picturesque road called Hale Parkway.
Gone But Not Forgotten
Development in the area began in the 1930s and, as geography would have it, a creek flowed on a northwest/southeast angle through marshland along the path where Hale Parkway now exists. The creek was part of the Upper Montclair Basin runoff system, directing rainwater toward the Platte River basin to the northwest. By the 1940s, the area was developed, and the old riverbed was wiped away and soon-to-be forgotten by residents, but not by topography. When heavy rainfall hits the area, the one-time natural waterway can be quickly transformed into a saturated urban thoroughfare with flood levels up to three feet high.
A Diagonal Asset
Today, the marshlands have been replaced by mostly residential structures along with the significantly large Rose Medical Center and University of Colorado Hospital campuses. Hale Parkway is a local treasure, boasting a series of lush, park-like medians that are home to a total of 80 large, mature trees and 40 smaller trees and shrubs. Hale Parkway is one of just 35 designated parkways and boulevards across the Mile High City recognized as such by the Denver City government. This stretch of road gives the community a distinctively quaint feel, as its diagonal trajectory works as a cohesive, common feature which unites the neighborhood.
An Extreme Scheme
The redesign project proposed by the Urban Drainage and Flood Control District (now the newly-branded Mile High Flood District [MHFD]) holds drastic measures for the parkway. These initiatives which would effectively diminish the purpose and function of the roadway and the appeal of the area at large. The plan calls for the permanent removal of the two north lanes carrying traffic west from 8th Avenue to Colorado Blvd. The removal of features would also include the grassy park-like medians, all flora and foliage therein as well as several dozen parking spaces (65 total) for area residents. A series of large drainage pipes would replace the lanes, spaces and medians while east/west traffic would be funneled to side-by-side opposing lanes in place of the two existing eastbound lanes. Local property owners are highly upset that the redesign would severely diminish real estate values. Meanwhile, the explosive growth of the area has residents at large concerned with an imminent traffic congestion problem. As the number of inhabitants is set to increase, the redesign would decrease the area’s ability to effectively accommodate all the new traffic.
Violation Of Internal Rules
Further, the proposed measures are in blatant breach of the Denver Design Guidelines published by the City and County of Denver in 2005. Page 14 of the guide pledges to “Respect and preserve the historic or original design of the parkway or boulevard. Components of the original design usually include the street cross section, tree lawn, median (if appropriate), adjacent street pattern, building setback and private yard, building siting, topography and plantings.” Also, a subsequent section claims that the city will “Preserve the spaces and relationships that are part of the original or historic parkway or boulevard construction including the continuous open space created by the building setback.” Clearly, the MHFD is proposing to infringe on the very rules set by its parent authority — the Denver City Government.
Plausible Alternatives?
With the Cherry Creek waterway located just two miles to the south and flowing northwest to the Platte River, it would seem that returning an unassuming one mile stretch of road in Hale to its former watershed function is inconsequential. Some residents are imploring MHFD to consider alternative means of managing rainwater overflow in the area. Others are outraged, seeing the beauty-sacrificing redesign as a grossly lopsided and ultimately futile misappropriation of taxpayer funds. Aligning with this viewpoint is not difficult. Driving through Hale trying to visualize the proposed measures put into place is like imagining a jagged, diagonal tear through the cross stitchings of a gorgeous tapestry; unsightly, unnecessary, and utterly without purpose.
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Thursday, December 31, 2020
U.S. Census Creates Jobs For Colorado
by Laura Lieff
Every 10 years, United States citizens are asked to respond to the Census which is a questionnaire designed to count the number of people living in the country. According to the Constitution, the results of the Census are used to determine the number of United States House of Representatives each state is designated. Additionally, over $ 675 billion in federal funds, grants, and support to states, counties, and communities is allocated based on information gathered from the Census data. These funds are then spent nationwide to support essential programs, roads, schools, hospitals, and more.
State officials use Census results to redraw the boundaries of their congressional and state legislative districts adapting to population shifts. Exemplifying its historical significance, the first Census was completed in 1790 — more than a year after the inauguration of President Washington and soon before the second session of the first Congress concluded. Because this data represents such an important part of Colorado’s future, the United States Census Bureau is recruiting for a variety of temporary jobs, including Census takers, to assist with the nationwide 2020 count.
“Applying to work as a Census taker is a great way to make extra money and line up spring and summer employment ahead of time,” says Laurie Cipriano, Media Specialist for the U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. Census Bureau. “Census taker positions offer flexible hours, paid training, weekly compensation, and reimbursement for expenses such as mileage for employees doing fieldwork.”
People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including college students and retirees who are looking for extra income or a second job. While hourly pay rates vary by position and location, the Arapahoe County rate is listed between $ 18.50 and $ 20.50 and Denver County is listed as $ 20.50.
“Participating in the Census is extremely important because these population changes determine the state’s representation at the federal level and have a tremendous effect on how our state money is allocated,” explains Greater Glendale Chamber of Commerce Chief Operating Officer Jeff Allen. “Additionally, everyone’s responses are protected by law and cannot be shared with a federal or state agency.”
Deemed the largest peacetime deployment of civil servants across the country, the Census counts every person living in the United States as of April 1, 2020, which is officially designated as Census Day. By this date, most homes will receive an invitation to participate online, by phone, or by mail. For households that do not self-respond, the national door-to-door enumeration begins in May and ends in July. Additionally, for the first time ever, citizens have the option to fill out the form online making the process easy, safe, and secure.
For those interested in Census taker positions, the selection process is underway, with paid training occurring in March and April. Visit www.2020census.gov/jobs for more information.
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South Pearl Seeks Rebound After Three Businesses Close In One Month
by Robert Davis
Denver’s South Pearl Street saw three businesses exit the market between November and December 2019, becoming the latest victims to the city’s rising minimum wage and property taxes.
Hanson’s Grill & Tavern, a 21-year neighborhood staple, shut its doors in December. The Platt Park Tavern closed on New Year’s Eve after four years of business, and Palizo Italiano closed in November after just two years.
While it’s reasonable for neighborhood residents to be concerned about the health of their local shopping district, Mark Gill, Vice President of the Pearl Street Merchants Association says the closures remind him of a time in South Pearl’s recent past.
“Seven or eight years ago we had a similar situation where three restaurants all closed at once,” Gill told the Glendale Cherry Creek Chronicle in an interview. “People were worried then, but the neighborhood bounced back just fine, in my opinion.”
As a 21-year veteran of the neighborhood, including the last 14 years as a member of the Merchants Association and an owner of two buildings in the neighborhood, Gill says the neighborhood has seen a steady upward trend. However, that hasn’t kept him from seeing some of the issues businesses in the area face.
“The nature of the neighborhood hasn’t really changed much,” Gill said. “A majority of the businesses are mom-and-pop. But, there’s no denying that rents and property values are going up.”
The Chronicle reached out to Hanson’s, the Platt Park Tavern and Palizo Italiano for comment but didn’t receive a response.
Outdated Gallagher Problems
The state’s population boom and continued residential development that follows are causing problems for businesses all over Denver because of the criteria set forth in the Gallagher Amendment, a state constitutional amendment passed in 1982 that altered the way Colorado assessed and collected property taxes.
Before the amendment was passed, Colorado collected its property taxes through a complex set of formulas that most property tax professionals couldn’t fully comprehend. Afterward, Gallagher effectively decreased the assessment rates whenever statewide residential property values increased faster than business property values.
The problem? By maintaining this constant ratio between residential and business property tax assessments, Gallagher has essentially prevented Colorado from capitalizing on its expansive residential growth, leaving businesses to pick up the revenue shortfalls.
The Platt Park Tavern provides a perfect example of this problem. In 2019, the land and real estate tied to the business was assessed at value of over $ 4.5 million. The Tavern ended up paying a little more than $ 123,000 in property taxes, according to Denver County property tax records. In 2018, the business paid just under $ 97,000 in property taxes.
Meanwhile, a 32,000 sq. ft. mansion in Cherry Hills Village valued at $ 22 million paid just under $ 74,000 in property taxes for the same year. The mansion’s property tax assessment has dropped nearly 24 percent since 2016 as well.
For perspective, a residential property with a tax assessment comparable to the Tavern’s paid roughly $ 37,000 in property taxes, according to Zillow.
“Right now, we’re seeing far more residential development than we were two or three decades ago,” Gill said. “In the end businesses end up paying for a larger part of a shrinking pie.”
New Minimum Wage Problems
Outside of the property tax issue, small businesses in Denver have to contend with a minimum wage that is slated to reach nearly $ 16 per hour by 2022.
For restaurants, a business with notoriously tight profit margins, even the slightest increase in labor costs can be detrimental.
The Colorado Restaurant Association reports that over 200 new restaurants opened in Denver in 2019. On top of that, the explosive growth of Colorado’s population and its increased reliance on tourism to bring new faces to the Centennial State has sent restaurant sales skyrocketing to $ 13.9 billion annually.
But, between the lines, Denver’s restaurant scene is becoming more homogenized with chain and franchise restaurants taking up most of the retail space in Denver County. Local staples like the original Snarf’s Sandwiches has had to move through multiple locations as it battles against its labor costs and property tax assessments.
Even The Denver Post is not sold on the idea that increasing the minimum wage is right for Colorado. In an article from October 2019, the Post lamented the wage increase as “an exacerbation of the cost of living issues in Denver.”
Currently, a restaurant worker making the city’s $ 12 per hour minimum will need to work 103 hours per week to afford an average one-bedroom apartment costing $ 1,652 per month without paying more than 30 percent of their income on rent.
Meanwhile, restaurant owners are concerned that the new wage hikes won’t be enough to account for the industry labor shortage.
“Everything we’ve been hearing from our members, (they) have been saying, ‘How do we find more workers? We need more people to be working in our establishments,’” Carolyn Livingston, the spokeswoman for the Colorado Restaurant Association, told CBS 7.
About one-tenth of Colorado’s workforce works in the restaurant industry. However, the state’s record-low unemployment rate has elongated the replacement rate once an employee decides to leave.
Sign Of What’s To Come?
Still, there are signs that South Pearl Street will pull through. One aspect Gill always points to is that there are hardly any “For Sale” signs hung in the windows of Pearl Street businesses. In fact, most are sold by word of mouth these days, Gill says.
The neighborhood is also planning on adding arches at the Jewel, Iowa, and Louisiana entrances as the Merchants Association awaits the next rotation of businesses. Gill hopes the aesthetic additions will help spur growth in the area for years to come.
“South Pearl will rebound. These businesses closing at the same time was just a coincidence,” Gill said. “There will always be people coming and going, and people wanting to come in once the others have left.”
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Jackson Street Storm Drain Updates
The Week Ahead: December 21, 2020
- HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE JACKSON STREET STORMWATER PROJECT TEAM!
- Construction activity on the new stormwater pipe will be paused beginning Thursday, December 24, 2020, with crews resuming work on Monday, January 4, 2021. Ames Construction, the City’s contractor on the project, will have staff on site during this period, however, to assist National Jewish Health (NJH) with loading dock operations (trash and deliveries).
- Crews will continue storm pipe installation in the south end of the NJH parking lot and under E. 14th Avenue. During this phase of construction, which is expected to be completed in May or June 2021:
- Full lane closures of E. 14th Avenue will be required between Garfield and Harrison Streets to ensure the safety of the construction crews as they install the pipe twenty-two feet below ground.
- The intersections of Garfield and 14th and Harrison and 14th will remain open to through traffic.
- Local vehicular traffic will be maintained in the area, with the exception of the closure at E. 14th Avenue and Jackson Street.
- Sidewalks on the north side of 14th between Garfield and Harrison will be closed, while sidewalks on the south side of 14th will remain open.
- Access to residences and businesses will be maintained during construction.
- In addition to installation of the new stormwater pipe, you may have noticed increased construction activity and traffic signage in the area generally. This is due to multiple, critical public works projects occurring simultaneously, including lead service line replacement as part of Denver Water’s Lead Reduction Program. Please direct questions about the Lead Reduction Program to lead@denverwater.org or contact Denver Water’s customer care at (303) 893-2444.
- Access to NJH has moved back to E. Colfax Avenue from its temporary location off E. 14th Avenue.
- The RTD bus stop at Garfield on the and south side of E. Colfax Avenue is reopened.
- Construction is also underway by NJH on its new Center for Outpatient Health in the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: December 5, 2020
- Crews will be working in the south end of the NJH parking lot on Saturday, December 5 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Crews will be conducting water line work on Jackson Street between E. 13th and E. 14th Avenues on Monday, December 7 between the hours of 9 a.m. and noon. Impacted residents have been notified.
- Crews will continue storm pipe installation in the south end of the National Jewish Health (NJH) parking lot and under E. 14th Avenue. During this phase of construction, which is expected to be completed in May or June 2021:
- Full lane closures of E. 14th Avenue will be required between Garfield and Harrison Streets to ensure the safety of the construction crews as they install the pipe twenty-two feet below ground.
- The intersections of Garfield and 14th and Harrison and 14th will remain open to through traffic.
- Local vehicular traffic will be maintained in the area, with the exception of the closure at E. 14th Avenue and Jackson Street.
- Sidewalks on the north side of 14th between Garfield and Harrison will be closed, while sidewalks on the south side of 14th will remain open.
- Access to residences and businesses will be maintained during construction.
- In addition to installation of the new stormwater pipe, you may have noticed increased construction activity and traffic signage in the area generally. This is due to multiple, critical public works projects occurring simultaneously, including lead service line replacement as part of Denver Water’s Lead Reduction Program. Please direct questions about the Lead Reduction Program to lead@denverwater.org or contact Denver Water’s customer care at (303) 893-2444.
- Access to NJH has moved back to E. Colfax Avenue from its temporary location off E. 14th Avenue.
- The RTD bus stop at Garfield on the and south side of E. Colfax Avenue is reopened.
- Construction is also underway by NJH on its new Center for Outpatient Health in the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: November 23, 2020
- Crews will not be working on Thursday, November 26 or Friday, November 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
- Crews will continue storm pipe installation in the south end of the NJH parking lot and under E. 14th Avenue. During this phase of construction, which is expected to be completed in May or June 2021:
- Full lane closures of E. 14th Avenue will be required between Garfield and Harrison Streets to ensure the safety of the construction crews as they install the pipe twenty-two feet below ground.
- The intersections of Garfield and 14th and Harrison and 14th will remain open to through traffic.
- Local vehicular traffic will be maintained in the area, with the exception of the closure at E. 14th Avenue and Jackson Street.
- Sidewalks on the north side of 14th between Garfield and Harrison will be closed, while sidewalks on the south side of 14th will remain open.
- Access to residences and businesses will be maintained during construction.
- In addition to installation of the new stormwater pipe, you may have noticed increased construction activity and traffic signage in the area generally. This is due to multiple, critical public works projects occurring simultaneously, including lead service line replacement as part of Denver Water’s Lead Reduction Program. Please direct questions about the Lead Reduction Program to lead@denverwater.org or contact Denver Water’s customer care at (303) 893-2444.
- The RTD bus stop at Garfield on the and south side of E. Colfax Avenue is expected to reopen late November.
- Construction is also underway by National Jewish Health (NJH) on NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health in the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: November 9, 2020
- Weather permitting, crews are expected to complete paving operations on E. Colfax Avenue late in the day on November 10 and reopen E. Colfax in both directions.
- Access to National Jewish Health (NJH) is expected to move back to E. Colfax from its temporary location off E. 14th Avenue on November 12.
- Around November 12, crews will begin storm pipe installation in the south end of the NJH parking lot and under E. 14th Avenue. During this phase of construction, which is expected to be completed in May or June 2021:
- Full lane closures of E. 14thAvenue will be required between Garfield and Harrison Streets to ensure the safety of the construction crews as they install the pipe twenty-two feet below ground.
- The intersections of Garfield and 14th and Harrison and 14th will remain open to through traffic.
- Local vehicular traffic will be maintained in the area, with the exception of the closure at E. 14th Avenue and Jackson Street.
- Sidewalks on the north side of 14th between Garfield and Harrison will be closed, while sidewalks on the south side of 14th will remain open.
- Access to residences and businesses will be maintained during construction.
- A digital message board is in place on E. 14th Avenue at High Street to forewarn commuters and encourage eastbound travelers to detour onto Josephine Street north to E. Colfax or E. 17th Avenue. Additional detour signs are in place at E. 11th Avenue and Josephine Street and E. 18th Avenue and York Street directing travelers to alternate routes.
- Until crews complete paving operations on E. Colfax Avenue, the traffic plan remains as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax are open and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street are closed.
- Vehicles traveling eastbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Monroe, Jackson, and Harrison Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns but may make a left turn at Madison Street and at the light at Garfield Street.
- Vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Madison, Monroe, and Garfield Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns.
- Access to businesses, parking lots, and sidewalks in the project area will be maintained during construction, with the exception of the sidewalk adjacent to National Jewish Hospital along E. Colfax Avenue.
- The RTD bus stops at Garfield on both the north side and south side of E. Colfax Avenue will remain closed until E. Colfax is reopened on or around November 10.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health in the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: October 26, 2020
- Crews are expected to complete installation of the new pipe under E. Colfax Avenue at the beginning of November 2020 and reopen E. Colfax in both directions.
- Around November 10, crews will begin storm pipe installation in the south end of the NJH parking lot and under E. 14th Avenue. During this phase of construction, which is expected to be completed in May or June 2021:
- Full lane closures of E. 14th Avenue will be required between Garfield and Harrison Streets to ensure the safety of the construction crews as they install the pipe twenty-two feet below ground.
- The intersections of Garfield and 14th and Harrison and 14th will remain open to through traffic.
- Local vehicular traffic will be maintained in the area, with the exception of the closure at E. 14thAvenue and Jackson Street.
- Sidewalks on the north side of 14th between Garfield and Harrison will be closed, while sidewalks on the south side of 14th will remain open.
- Access to residences and businesses will be maintained during construction.
- On Tuesday, October 27, 2020, a digital message board is scheduled to be placed on E. 14th Avenue west of York Street to forewarn commuters about the upcoming road closure and encourage eastbound travelers to detour onto York Street south to E. 12thAvenue or onto Josephine Street north to E. Colfax Avenue. Additional detour signs will be in place in the project area as well to direct travelers to alternate routes.
- Until crews finish installing the stormwater pipe in the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue in early November, the traffic plan remains as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax are open and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street are closed.
- Vehicles traveling eastbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Monroe, Jackson, and Harrison Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns but may make a left turn at Madison Street and at the light at Garfield Street.
- Vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Madison, Monroe, and Garfield Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns.
- Access to businesses, parking lots, and sidewalks in the project area will be maintained during construction, with the exception of the sidewalk adjacent to National Jewish Hospital along E. Colfax Avenue.
- The RTD bus stops at Garfield on both the north side and south side of E. Colfax Avenue will be closed during this phase of construction.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health in the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: September 14, 2020
- Crews will be working on Saturday, September 12 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Access to Garfield Street from E. Colfax Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, September 15 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. while crews work on an abandoned stormwater pipe located at a manhole in E. Colfax. Access to Garfield Street will be maintained at E. 14th Avenue, and parking on Garfield Street should not be impacted.
- Crews will continue installation of the stormwater pipe in the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street. During this phase of construction, the traffic plan is as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax are open and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street are closed.
- Side streets and alleys in the construction area on the south side of E. Colfax Avenue (Garfield, Monroe, and Madison Streets) are open to traffic.
- Vehicles traveling eastbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Monroe, Jackson, and Harrison Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns but may make a left turn at Madison Street and at the light at Garfield Street.
- Vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Madison, Monroe, and Garfield Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns.
- Access to businesses, parking lots, and sidewalks in the project area will be maintained during construction, with the exception of the sidewalk adjacent to National Jewish Hospital along E. Colfax Avenue.
- The RTD bus stops at Garfield on both the north side and south side of E. Colfax Avenue will be closed during this phase of construction.
- Access to NJH has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14thAvenue.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: August 24, 2020
- Crews will be conducting waterline work on the National Jewish Health (NJH) campus on Saturday, August 22, 2020 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. No other properties will be impacted, and NJH’s access to water will be maintained during the course of the work.
- Crews will continue installation of the stormwater pipe in the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street. During this phase of construction, the traffic plan is as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax are open and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street are closed.
- Side streets and alleys in the construction area on the south side of E. Colfax Avenue (Garfield, Monroe, and Madison Streets) are open to traffic.
- Vehicles traveling eastbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Monroe, Jackson, and Harrison Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns but may make a left turn at Madison Street and at the light at Garfield Street.
- Vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are not permitted to make left turns onto Madison, Monroe, and Garfield Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns.
- Access to businesses, parking lots, and sidewalks in the project area will be maintained during construction, with the exception of the sidewalk adjacent to National Jewish Hospital along E. Colfax Avenue.
- The RTD bus stops at Garfield on both the north side and south side of E. Colfax Avenue will be closed during this phase of construction.
- Access to NJH has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14thAvenue.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: August 3, 2020
- Installation of phase one of the new, expanded stormwater pipe and restoration of the westbound lanes of E. Colfax have been completed.
- The traffic configuration on E. Colfax has been “flipped” for pipe installation to begin in the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street. During this phase of construction, the traffic plan is as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax have been reopened and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Access to Jackson Street from E. Colfax Avenue has been reopened.
- The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street are closed.
- Side streets and alleys in the construction area on the south side of E. Colfax Avenue (Garfield, Monroe and Madison Streets) will remain open to traffic.
- Vehicles traveling eastbound on E. Colfax Avenue will not be permitted to make left turns onto Monroe, Jackson and Harrison Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns but will be permitted to make a left turn at Madison Street and at the light at Garfield Street.
- Vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue in the project area will not be permitted to make left turns from E. Colfax onto Madison, Monroe and Garfield Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns.
- Access to businesses, parking lots and sidewalks in the project area will be maintained during construction, with the exception of the sidewalk adjacent to National Jewish Hospital along E. Colfax Avenue.
- The RTD bus stops at Garfield on both the north side and south side of E. Colfax Avenue will be closed during this phase of construction.
- Access to NJH has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14thAvenue.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: July 27, 2020
- Installation of the stormwater pipe in the westbound lanes of E. Colfax has been completed. Weather permitting, crews are scheduled to complete paving and striping operations by mid-week. During this work, the westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Weather permitting, beginning on Thursday, July 30, the traffic plan on E. Colfax will “flip” for pipe installation to begin in the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street. During this phase of construction, the traffic plan will be as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax will be reopened and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Access to Jackson Street from E. Colfax Avenue will reopen.
- The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will be closed.
- Side streets and alleys in the construction area on the south side of E. Colfax Avenue (Garfield, Monroe and Madison Streets) will remain open to traffic.
- Vehicles traveling eastbound on E. Colfax Avenue will not be permitted to make left turns onto Madison, Monroe, Jackson and Harrison Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns but will be permitted to make a left turn at the light at Garfield Street.
- Vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue in the project area will not be permitted to make left turns from E. Colfax onto Madison, Monroe and Garfield Streets due to safety and traffic congestion concerns.
- Access to businesses, parking lots and sidewalks in the project area will be maintained during construction, with the exception of the sidewalk adjacent to National Jewish Hospital along E. Colfax Avenue.
- The RTD bus stops at Garfield on both the north side and south side of E. Colfax Avenue will be closed during this phase of construction.
- Access to NJH has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14thAvenue.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: July 20, 2020
- Please note that despite the construction at Colfax and Jackson Street, area businesses including Tough Mudder Bootcamp, Bishops Haircuts, Cricket Wireless and Chick-fil-A are accessible both by car and by foot. The combination of the pandemic and construction in the area makes it more important than ever to consider supporting local businesses.
- Due to a variety of unforeseen events including heavy storms and the impacts of COVID-19, construction will continue in the westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue until early August. Adjustments to the timeline are reflected in the Project Background section, below.
- Water lines in the project area were temporarily moved early in the construction process to provide construction access. Restoration of water lines for businesses located on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue between Jackson and Harrison Streets and residences on Jackson Street between E. Colfax and 16th Avenues will occur on Sunday, July 19 between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and midnight. Impacted residences and businesses have been notified individually.
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place into August 2020 as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed.The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood.
- The sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street is closed.
- Access to NJH has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14thAvenue.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: June 29, 2020
- Please note that despite the construction at Colfax and Jackson Street, businesses including Tough Mudder Bootcamp, Bishops Haircuts, Cricket Wireless and Chick-fil-A are accessible both by car and by foot. The combination of the pandemic and construction in the area makes it more important than ever to consider supporting local businesses.
- Due to a variety of unforeseen events including heavy storms and the impacts of COVID-19, construction will continue in the westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue until early August. The resulting adjustments to the construction timeline are at the bottom of this project web page.
- Crews will be working on Saturday, June 27 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Water lines in the project area were temporarily moved early in the construction process to provide construction access.
This large, 126-inch stormwater pipe will provide additional capacity for water to flow and reduce flood risks in the area.
Restoration of water line locations for businesses and residences in the project area will occur in the coming weeks. Impacted property owners will be notified directly once the schedule is finalized.
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place into August 2020 as follows:
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard will occur between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- The sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street is closed.
- Access to NJH has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14th Avenue.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visithttps://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: June 22, 2020
- Please note that despite the construction at Colfax and Jackson Street, area businesses including Tough Mudder Bootcamp, Bishops Haircuts, Cricket Wireless and Chick-fil-A are accessible both by car and by foot. The combination of the pandemic and construction in the area makes it more important than ever to consider supporting local businesses.
- Due to a variety of unforeseen events including heavy storms and the impacts of COVID-19, construction will continue in the westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue until early August. Adjustments to the timeline are reflected in the Project Background section, below.
- Water lines in the project area were temporarily moved early in the construction process to provide construction access. Water lines were successfully restored at Chick-fil-A and National Jewish Health (NJH) last week. Restoration of water line locations for other businesses and residences in the project area will occur in the coming weeks. Impacted property owners will be notified directly once the schedule is finalized.
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place into August 2020 as follows:
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed.The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood.
- The sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street is closed.
- Access to NJH has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14thAvenue.
- Construction is also underway on the NJH’s new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: May 18, 2020
- Please note that despite the construction near businesses at Colfax and Jackson Street, these businesses are accessible both by car and by foot. The combination of the pandemic and construction in the area makes it more important than ever to consider supporting local businesses.
- Water lines in the project area were temporarily moved early in the construction process to provide construction access. Crews will be onsite to restore the original fire line connection for Chick-fil-A on Sunday, May 17 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Restoration of water line locations for other businesses and residences in the project area will occur in the coming weeks. Impacted property owners will be notified directly once the schedule is finalized.
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place through May and into late June as follows:
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- Access to National Jewish Health has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14th Avenue.
- Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: May 11, 2020
- Crews will be working on Saturday, May 9 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place through May and into late June as follows:
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- Access to National Jewish Health has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14th Avenue.
- Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.*Because of state and local stay-at-home orders, our direct, face-to-face communication with the community is limited. If you think this construction information would be helpful to your neighbors, please forward this email to them and suggest they sign-up to receive future updates at ccd.constructionupdates@gmail.com. Thank you!
The Week Ahead: April 27, 2020
- Crews will be working on Saturday, April 25 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place through April and into late May as follows:
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- Access to National Jewish Health has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14th Avenue.
- Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.*Because of state and local stay-at-home orders, our direct, face-to-face communication with the community is limited. If you think this construction information would be helpful to your neighbors, please forward this email to them and suggest they sign-up to receive future updates at ccd.constructionupdates@gmail.com. Thank you!
The Week Ahead: March 30, 2020
- Crews will be working on Saturday, March 28 and April 4 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place as follows:
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison
This large, 126-inch stormwater pipe will provide additional capacity for water to flow and reduce flood risks in the area.
Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- Access to National Jewish Health has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14th Avenue.
- Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week & Weekend Ahead: March 16, 2020
- The existing traffic plan will remain in place as follows:
- Intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- Access to National Jewish Health has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14th Avenue.
- Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week & Weekend Ahead: March 2, 2020
- In the coming weeks, intermittent closures of the far right lane of southbound Colorado Boulevard between E. 16th and E. Colfax Avenues will occur to accommodate truck staging for hauling material from the construction site.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on E. Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- Access to National Jewish Health has been temporarily relocated from E. Colfax Avenue to 14th Avenue.
- Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week & Weekend Ahead: February 18, 2020
- Ames Construction will be installing two conduits across E. Colfax Avenue, which will require temporary, full lane closures across Colfax around Jackson Street. To minimize disruption to residents, businesses and commuters, current plans are to perform the work between 10 p.m. Saturday, February 22 and 5 a.m. Sunday, February 23.
- Crews conducted work on water lines beginning at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 8. Work was completed earlier than anticipated, with water fully restored to residents and businesses by 5 a.m. on Sunday, February 9. Thank you for your patience and understanding while crews performed this critical work.
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax will remain open (with the exception of the conduit installation on February 22-23, mentioned above) and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- The lane closures on E. Colfax necessitated temporarily moving the entrance to National Jewish Health (NJH) to 14th Avenue. Signage has been added to help patients find that entrance. Additionally, pedestrian access to NJH is currently located on 14th Avenue.
*Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
The Week Ahead: February 3, 2020
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax around Jackson Street will remain closed during the first phase of construction. The eastbound lanes of E. Colfax will remain open and adjusted during this time to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Please note that vehicles traveling westbound on Colfax Avenue are able to turn right on northbound Harrison Street for access to local businesses and the neighborhood. Businesses in the project area are open during construction.
- During the first phase of construction, the sidewalk on the north side of E. Colfax around the intersection at Jackson Street will be closed.
- To minimize disruption to businesses and residences in the immediate project area, Ames Construction, the City’s contractor for this project, will be working on water lines from 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8 until 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 9. Impacted residences and businesses will be notified individually.
- To minimize the impact on parking availability in the surrounding neighborhoods, Ames has secured off-street parking for its project team and work crews.
- The lane closures on E. Colfax necessitated temporarily moving the entrance to National Jewish Health (NJH) to 14th Avenue. Signage has been added to help patients find that entrance. Additionally, pedestrian access to NJH is currently located on 14th Avenue.
*Construction is also underway on the National Jewish Health new Center for Outpatient Health on the northwestern most section of the former patient parking lot, situated at E. Colfax Avenue, between Jackson and Garfield Streets. For more information about this project, please visit https://nationaljewish.org/center-for-outpatient-health/overview.
Businesses in the project area are open during construction. Please shop or visit to support them during this project!
Project Background
In early January, Denver Department of Transportation & Infrastructure began pre-construction work for the installation of an improved, expanded storm drain system to provide greater flood protection for Congress Park residents, National Jewish Health (NJH) patients and staff, and local businesses from heavy rainstorms and other storm events. In addition, the new Jackson Street Storm Drain infrastructure will ultimately provide additional capacity for the upstream area around Hale Parkway.
The Jackson Street Storm Drain Project will begin on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue at Jackson Street. Work will proceed south across E. Colfax, through the existing City right-of-way (ROW) in the National Jewish Health (NJH) parking lot and continue on E. 14th Avenue at Jackson Street for ½ block east towards Harrison Street. The entire project will take approximately 18 months.
The Jackson Street Storm Drain Project will begin on the north side of E. Colfax Avenue at Jackson Street. Work will proceed south across E. Colfax, through the existing City right-of-way (ROW) in the National Jewish Health (NJH) parking lot and continue on E. 14th Avenue at Jackson Street for ½ block east towards Harrison Street. The entire project will take approximately 18 months.
Overview of Construction Timeline & Traffic Impacts
Early January 2020 – April 2020 (3-4 months)
Construction in westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue at Jackson Street
Construction in westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue at Jackson Street
- During this phase of construction, the westbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street will be closed, while the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax will remain open and adjusted to provide one eastbound and one westbound lane for traffic.
- Access to Jackson Street from E. Colfax will not be open to vehicles during work in westbound lanes of E. Colfax.
April 2020 – August 2020 (3-4 months)
Construction in eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue at Jackson Street
- The westbound lanes of E. Colfax will be reopened and adjusted to provide one lane of traffic in each direction.
- Access to Jackson Street from E. Colfax will reopen.
- The traffic plan on E. Colfax will “flip” for pipe installation to begin in the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax Avenue around Jackson Street and the eastbound lanes will be closed.
January 6, 2020 – August 2020 (8 months)
North end of Jackson ROW/NJH parking lot (Driveway to Circle Entrance)
Mid-August 2020 – March 2021 (7-8 months)
South end of Jackson ROW/NJH parking lot (Circle Entrance into E. 14th Avenue) and E. 14th Avenue
Mid-August 2020 – March 2021 (7-8 months)
South end of Jackson ROW/NJH parking lot (Circle Entrance into E. 14th Avenue) and E. 14th Avenue
- Full lane closures will be required on E. 14th Avenue in the area around Garfield, Jackson and Harrison Streets during the final phase of the project to ensure the safety of the construction crews as they install the new pipe.
- Detours will be put in place during this phase of construction.
General Construction Impacts
Residents and Businesses: Access to residences and businesses will be maintained during construction.
Pedestrian Traffic: Sidewalks on the north side of E. Colfax at Jackson Street will be closed during installation of the new storm pipe in that intersection for the first phase. Please be aware that this project involves digging deep ditches to make way for the new storm pipe. For safety reasons, pedestrians are asked to avoid fenced off areas and to cross only at traffic signals.RTD: The RTD stop at E. Colfax and Colorado Boulevard will remain open during construction. While crews work in the westbound lanes of E. Colfax, the bus stop at Garfield Street may be impacted. Additionally, it is possible that the bus stop next to NJH will be temporarily closed when work shifts to the eastbound lanes of E. Colfax. Updates will be provided as the project progresses.
Utilities: There may be temporary interruptions of utility services during construction. Advance notice will be provided to impacted residents.
For questions or to sign up for weekly updates, email us at ccd.constructionupdates@gmail.com.
For urgent, construction-related questions, call Gary Padilla, on-site inspector at 303 446-3445 or Perry Lopez, contractor at 303 995-2278.
For non-urgent questions that will be answered within a few hours during regular business hours, call 720 460-9055.
Learn more at: denvergov.org and enter “Jackson Street Storm” in the search bar.
Utilities: There may be temporary interruptions of utility services during construction. Advance notice will be provided to impacted residents.
For questions or to sign up for weekly updates, email us at ccd.constructionupdates@gmail.com.
For urgent, construction-related questions, call Gary Padilla, on-site inspector at 303 446-3445 or Perry Lopez, contractor at 303 995-2278.
For non-urgent questions that will be answered within a few hours during regular business hours, call 720 460-9055.
Learn more at: denvergov.org and enter “Jackson Street Storm” in the search bar.
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