Although located within city limits, North Avenue is a State highway and is under the purview of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). Infrastructure, such as water and sewer lines that are located within North Avenue, are the responsibility of the City.
North Avenue Enhanced Transit Corridor Study
The Regional Transportation Planning Office (RTPO) and the City of Grand Junction are leading an Enhanced Transit Corridor Study on North Avenue from 1st Street to the I-70 Business Loop. This project will define a vision for the corridor and identify a set of prioritized street infrastructure projects to make the corridor more comfortable for people biking, walking, and taking transit. More information can be found on the North Avenue Enhanced Transit Corridor Study project website.
Phase 1 Implementation
The City of Grand Junction is committed to providing a transportation system as part of the City's Strategic Plan's focus on providing inclusive and safe infrastructure for not only cars and trucks, but also bicyclists and pedestrians. North Avenue has served the community as a major arterial since its construction in the mid-1950's. While it has functioned well over the years as a corridor for cars, trucks, and freight, it has lacked transit and pedestrian-friendly elements.
The project will include installation of 8-foot detached sidewalks with landscaping improvements integrated with transit stops. The City of Grand Junction has since received a Transportation Alternative Program grant (federal), as well as a Multi-Modal Options Fund grant (state), to fund the final design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction of the following sections:
- Sidewalks on the north side from 28 1/2 Road easterly to I-70B
- Sidewalks on the south side from 29 Road easterly to I-70B
Schedule
Design is anticipated through 2025. Right-of-way and easement acquisition, where necessary, is anticipated to begin 1st quarter 2025. Construction is proposed for Spring 2026.