Project Description
Intersection improvements at the intersection of Security/Widefield Boulevard and Fontaine Avenue. Presently the infrastructure at the intersection is over three decades old and has exceeded its service life. Improvements will include the installation of new traffic control devices, creation of ADA compliant curb ramps and sidewalk, and minor drainage improvements to the area. These improvements will increase the operational efficiency of the intersection, provide ADA compliant access, and increase pedestrian and vehicular safety.
Team
- Designer: El Paso County Engineering
- Contractor: Sturgeon Electric Inc.
- CM: FHU Engineering
- Property Acquisition: TRS
Cost Summary
- PPRTA Budget: $1,500,000
Schedule Summary
- Design: 2019 to 2021
- Property Acquisition: 2020 to 2021
- Construction: 2023-2024
Progress / Status
- Advertised 4th Quarter 2022, began construction 1st quarter 2023
- Property acquisition complete
- Construction currently 85% complete, awaiting BNSF Railway installation of new interface box to preemption equipment to complete interconnect with new signals. BNSF expected to complete work by end of November 2024, approximately 2 weeks of construction remain to complete Project afterwards.
Vicinity Map
Ongoing Construction at Fontaine and Security/Widefield Intersection