Garfield-Harrison Project

The Garfield-Harrison Project is a large-scale master planned Stormwater project that began in January 2022. The City of Loveland has contracted with Connell Resources to build the Garfield Harrison Storm Drainage Improvements Project. The four separate phases are expected to occur over the next four years (approximately one phase per year.) The project addresses the multiple drainage problems caused by aging infrastructure in the west part of downtown Loveland. Partnering with the City’s Water and Wastewater divisions, Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Program, and Stormwater Engineering, the project will include new waterlines, sanitary sewers, street resurfacing, and various concrete repairs that will improve ADA accessibility.

The four-year project is designed to improve the following:

Implementation of the City of Loveland Master Drainage Plan
Replacing and upgrading existing stormwater infrastructure to address existing drainage issues and meet current stormwater standards
Installing 18- to 60-inch diameter storm sewer pipes
Replacing existing waterlines and valves to address aging infrastructure
Replacing pavement including asphalt patching, milling, overlays, or full street reconstruction where project components are installed
Rehabilitating and replacing concrete, as well as adding necessary ADA improvements
Disconnecting stormwater from the Little Barnes Ditch during Phase 4
Providing stormwater quality treatment measures within the stormwater system

The four-phase project is expected to be completed in fall 2026, weather permitting.

Phase 4

Phase 4 construction will include a closure on 8th Street from Duffield Court to Colorado Avenue and on 9th Street between Roosevelt and Franklin Avenues to 9th Street. Work will continue in 2026 with a closure of 10th Street from Ferguson Court to Harrison Avenue and North Roosevelt Avenue to 11th Street and McKinley Court.

During construction, local access, deliveries, and services will always be maintained. Residents will experience construction noise and disruptions near their homes. Traffic control personnel will be onsite to direct residents during this work. Typical working hours will be Monday through Friday from approximately 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Night and weekend work will be occasional and announced in advance.

Recommended detour routes for Phase 4 (Fall 2025) and Phase 4 (2026):

During Phase 4 (Fall 2025), commuters will use West 10th Street, Garfield Avenue, North Taft Avenue or West 4th Street.
During Phase 4 (2026), commuters will use North Taft Avenue, West 8th Street or Garfield Avenue.

Learn about the phasing of this project

How is this project funded?

Estimated total project cost: $18 million
The project is funded through the Stormwater and Water Enterprise Fund. Enterprise funds are dedicated funds supported by user fees in the monthly utility bill. Similar to a business, user fees fund the operation, maintenance, administration, and capital improvement projects required to provide the service.

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