Project Description:
The City combined these two safety projects into a single design and construction contract. Design and construction of intersection improvements were made to reduce traffic congestion and accidents at these intersections.

The Fountain and Academy intersection as completed

Fountain Blvd. Intersection purchased of right-of-way widened of Academy Blvd. north and south of Fountain Blvd. to accommodate improvements associated with left-turn lanes for both northbound and southbound traffic minor widening of Fountain Blvd. west of Academy to provide an additional eastbound right-turn lane signal re-timing pedestrian ramp/sidewalk improvements

The completed Pikes Peak and Academy Intersection

Pikes Peak Ave. Intersection purchased of right-of-way widened Pikes Peak Ave. east and west of Academy Blvd. to accommodate installation of left-turn operation for both eastbound and westbound traffic signal re-timing Bus pull-outs for City Transit improved corner radii pedestrian ramp improvements

Total Project Cost: $1.86 million
Project Schedule: Design/ROW/Bid - August 2005 to February 2007; Construction - November 2006 to June 2007.
Project Manager: Andy Garton