Americans with Disability Act (ADA) improvement project begins on Colorado Highway 83 in early April

Project Announcement

Denver and Arapahoe Counties - The Colorado Department of Transportation and prime contractor Chatos Concrete LLC, will begin an ADA sidewalk and curb ramp improvement project on April 6 along Colorado Highway 83 (Parker Road). Work will take place at over 25 intersection locations between East Florida and East Quincy Avenue, Mile Points 68.8 to 74. The project is expected to be completed by July 2026.

Work will consist of removing and replacing concrete sidewalks and curb ramps at intersections throughout the project corridor, focusing on over 100 ramps that require upgrades to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Additional operations will include minor signage improvements, striping work, and push button enhancements.

The $1.6 million project is expected to provide safer, more accessible travel paths for multimodal users who walk, roll, and stroll through the area. Upgrading pedestrian infrastructure helps to reduce vehicle miles traveled, easing congestion and improving the environmental and economic vitality of the regions where they're located.

Travel Impacts

• Daytime work hours range from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday with additional work expected most Saturdays
• Nighttime work may be required intermittently throughout the project
• Lane closure times will vary depending on the location and direction of the highway
• Motorists can anticipate various single-lane and shoulder closures throughout the project corridor. All lane closures will be concentrated around intersection locations\
• East and westbound roads that intersect with CO 83 within the work zone may experience minor travel impacts
• Partial closures at the on and off-ramps of CO 83 and I-225 are expected intermittently. Though full ramp closures and detour routes are not anticipated, they may be required
• Sidewalk and crosswalk access will remain open for the duration of the project. Partial closures will be marked with signage to navigate around active construction areas
• Visit COTrip.org for real-time lane closure updates and road conditions on this project and others throughout the state.

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

• Call the project information line at 720.793.4984
• Email the project team at: [email protected]
• Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/co83curbramp

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to "know before you go." Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
• Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
• Check scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
• Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

• Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
• Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.
• Watch for workers. Drive with caution.
• Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
• Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
• Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
• Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
• Be patient!

Download the COtrip App!

The new free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!