Improve Wadsworth

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**View the Weekly Updates section below for the latest construction and travel impact information. **

Project Progress Highlights

December 2023

Most of the planned work on 44th Avenue at the Wadsworth intersection is now complete, and traffic conditions have improved! This is the future location of a one of the two planned continuous flow intersections. Work on Wadsworth near 44th Avenue continues.

Several work zones are present along Wadsworth. Watch for construction equipment entering and exiting the work zone. Construction may impact how access is configured so drivers are asked to note signage, traffic control devices, and crew instructions when flaggers are present.

All businesses are open! Localworks in partnership with the City of Wheat Ridge, launched a campaign to support Wadsworth businesses as the project continues. It’s time to revisit your favorite local spots – when you shop local, you can win local! Visit wearelocalworks.org/shopwads for more information on how to win cash prizes or a one-year membership to 3rd Shot Pickleball. Act fast - the campaign is open through Dec. 10, 2023.

Project Overview

This project includes modernizing and improving Wadsworth from 35th Avenue to I-70 with efficient and safe intersection designs, safer entrances and exits for vehicles accessing businesses, a continuous sidewalk on the west, and a bike/pedestrian path on the east side of Wadsworth from 35th Avenue to the Clear Creek Trail.

The project will construct a new safe and efficient intersection at 44th Avenue called a continuous flow intersection (CFI). The CFI makes the best use of land for maximum traffic flow, while prioritizing safety. A second CFI will be installed at 38th Avenue. The project is expected to be complete in spring 2026.

A larger version of the above project overview map is provided on this page.

A rendering of the 44th Avenue continuous flow intersection (CFI) is available for review.

Adjacent CDOT Projects

Several Colorado Department of Transportation projects are underway near the project area. Real-time construction travel alerts on state highways and I-70 are posted at cotrip.org. Visit I-70 & Harlan Street Bridge Replacement & Interchange Safety Improvements for more information on an adjacent major improvement project including ways to connect with the project team. We understand the frustration of overlapping projects. However, funding availability plays a big part in determining when projects are scheduled for construction. Wheat Ridge is thankful for the state and federal financial support and is not in a position to delay the Wadsworth construction project.

Video Update - September 2023

Additional funding is now available to construct permanent improvements at the south end of the Wadsworth corridor including the project's second CFI at 38th Avenue. Completing the full project now will save money, eliminate the need for temporary work, and prevent having to come back in future years to make the ultimate improvement at the south end of the corridor. The project is now slated to be complete in spring of 2026. A video update is available below.


**View the Weekly Updates section below for the latest construction and travel impact information. **

Project Progress Highlights

December 2023

Most of the planned work on 44th Avenue at the Wadsworth intersection is now complete, and traffic conditions have improved! This is the future location of a one of the two planned continuous flow intersections. Work on Wadsworth near 44th Avenue continues.

Several work zones are present along Wadsworth. Watch for construction equipment entering and exiting the work zone. Construction may impact how access is configured so drivers are asked to note signage, traffic control devices, and crew instructions when flaggers are present.

All businesses are open! Localworks in partnership with the City of Wheat Ridge, launched a campaign to support Wadsworth businesses as the project continues. It’s time to revisit your favorite local spots – when you shop local, you can win local! Visit wearelocalworks.org/shopwads for more information on how to win cash prizes or a one-year membership to 3rd Shot Pickleball. Act fast - the campaign is open through Dec. 10, 2023.

Project Overview

This project includes modernizing and improving Wadsworth from 35th Avenue to I-70 with efficient and safe intersection designs, safer entrances and exits for vehicles accessing businesses, a continuous sidewalk on the west, and a bike/pedestrian path on the east side of Wadsworth from 35th Avenue to the Clear Creek Trail.

The project will construct a new safe and efficient intersection at 44th Avenue called a continuous flow intersection (CFI). The CFI makes the best use of land for maximum traffic flow, while prioritizing safety. A second CFI will be installed at 38th Avenue. The project is expected to be complete in spring 2026.

A larger version of the above project overview map is provided on this page.

A rendering of the 44th Avenue continuous flow intersection (CFI) is available for review.

Adjacent CDOT Projects

Several Colorado Department of Transportation projects are underway near the project area. Real-time construction travel alerts on state highways and I-70 are posted at cotrip.org. Visit I-70 & Harlan Street Bridge Replacement & Interchange Safety Improvements for more information on an adjacent major improvement project including ways to connect with the project team. We understand the frustration of overlapping projects. However, funding availability plays a big part in determining when projects are scheduled for construction. Wheat Ridge is thankful for the state and federal financial support and is not in a position to delay the Wadsworth construction project.

Video Update - September 2023

Additional funding is now available to construct permanent improvements at the south end of the Wadsworth corridor including the project's second CFI at 38th Avenue. Completing the full project now will save money, eliminate the need for temporary work, and prevent having to come back in future years to make the ultimate improvement at the south end of the corridor. The project is now slated to be complete in spring of 2026. A video update is available below.


  • For the week of Dec. 4, 2023

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    44th Avenue west of the Wadsworth is now in a new configuration, which allows for an additional through lane in both directions. 44th Avenue drivers should experience improved traffic conditions near Wadsworth Boulevard!

    Concrete paving continues on southbound Wadsworth south of 44th Avenue. Construction may impact how access is configured so drivers are asked to note signage, traffic control devices, and crew instructions when flaggers are present.

    Crews will also be working along northbound Wadsworth between 35th and 41st avenues on remaining underground utility work.

    All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.

    Questions or concerns? Hotline 303-390-0878 or email WadsworthProject@ci.wheatridge.co.us

  • For the week of Nov. 27, 2023

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    44th Avenue drivers should experience improved traffic conditions near Wadsworth Boulevard this week. A second through lane is open on westbound 44th Avenue. A new dedicated right turn lane on westbound 44th Avenue to northbound Wadsworth is also open. A second eastbound through lane is expected to open later this week.

    Underground utility work is planned overnight Monday through Thursday near both 3 Acre Lane and 39th Avenue. Expect flaggers directing traffic through a narrow work area nightly from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.

    Concrete paving continues on southbound Wadsworth south of 44th Avenue. Construction may impact how access is configured so drivers are asked to note signage, traffic control devices, and crew instructions when flaggers are present.

    Slope work continues along southbound Wadsworth between I-70 and 48th Avenue where a new sidewalk connection to Johnson Park is under construction.

    All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.

    Questions or concerns? Hotline 303-390-0878 or email WadsworthProject@ci.wheatridge.co.us

Page last updated: 01 Dec 2023, 05:18 PM