Work resumes Monday on 8th Street Bridge over Fountain Creek

The right southbound lane of the 8th Street bridge over Fountain Creek will close Monday, Aug. 10, for approximately eight weeks. Crews will first position materials and equipment before removing the railing, sidewalk and bridge deck on the west side of the bridge.

Work on the bridge was delayed this spring after the project team discovered additional damage on the west side of the bridge. The damage required additional engineering and design before construction could resume.

South of the bridge, motorists should continue to expect intermittent lane closures and traffic shifts between Costilla Street and Motor City Drive while crews install and connect a new 24-inch water main beneath the roadway. One lane remains open in each direction during this phase of construction. Trucks accessing Lower Gold Camp Road are encouraged to use 21st Street to avoid turning restrictions through the work zone.

Access to local businesses remains open and clearly marked. Motorists should plan for extra travel time, slow down and use caution in the work zone.

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