The City of Denver has launched a major construction project to improve sidewalks along Quebec Street.
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) is focused on making the area safer for pedestrians, especially those with mobility needs.
The effort is part of a larger plan to create a complete and accessible sidewalk network for the community.
Road Closures and Timeline
To ensure the safety of workers, Quebec Street will face phased road closures over the next few months.
The first closure, from 13th Avenue to Colfax Avenue, started on Dec. 2 and will last until Dec. 20.
Other sections, including Colfax to 17th Avenue and 17th Avenue to Montview Avenue, will close from early January to April.
During the closures, drivers are being rerouted to Monaco Street Parkway and Syracuse Street to minimize traffic disruption.
DOTI emphasizes that the detours are essential to protect crews as they work on the sidewalks.
Residents are encouraged to plan their travel accordingly during this time.
Sidewalk Upgrades and Accessibility
The project aims to address key issues along Quebec Street, such as narrow or gapped sidewalks.
Crews will repair existing sidewalks, expand those that are too small, and add sidewalks where none currently exist.
These changes will help make the area more accessible and comfortable for everyone.
DOTI Director Nancy Kuhn highlighted that the upgrades are designed with accessibility in mind.
Wider sidewalks will accommodate wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids.
“We want a sidewalk network that works for everybody,” Kuhn said.
Project Funding and Approval
The $3.8 million sidewalk improvement project is funded through the Elevate Denver Bond and Rise Bond programs.
These voter-approved initiatives support infrastructure improvements across the city.
The Quebec Street sidewalk work is just one part of DOTI’s ongoing efforts to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity.
Denver residents played a crucial role in approving these bond measures, showing their support for better city infrastructure.
Kuhn noted that improving the sidewalks along this busy transit corridor will make it easier and safer for pedestrians to travel through the area.
