Madison Avenue Construction Update – July Recap

The Madison Avenue Corridor Improvement Project officially began on July 7, and significant progress has already been made. In this update, you’ll find a summary of what’s been accomplished in July — and a look ahead at what’s coming next.

Week of July 7–11:

• Mobilization began with the removal of pavement, curbs, islands, signage, and topsoil at the new roundabout location at Madison Avenue and 37th Street. Erosion control was installed around the work area.
• Initial grading work was underway; essential to establish accurate elevations and a stable foundation for the roundabout and approaches.
• Preparations for subsurface utility infrastructure installations were initiated

Week of July 14–18:

• Power and fiber optic utilities were relocated within the roundabout and continued south along Madison Avenue.
• Grading continued despite mid week rain delays; however, considerate progress was push forward with the roundabout and approaches starting to take visible shape.
• Storm sewer and irrigation pipe installation began, advancing underground infrastructure work.

Week of July 21–25:

• Grading work continues for the new roundabout, with crews addressing soft spots caused by rain. As a result, some planned activities have been delayed by a few days.
• Storm sewer and irrigation pipe installation in the roundabout area is now complete, and tree removals have begun throughout the entire project area.

A look ahead:

• Utility relocations will continue south of the roundabout toward 29th Street.
• Traffic communications conduits will be installed within the roundabout area.
• Crews will begin placing a new road base in preparation for concrete curb and gutter installation.
• Pavement removal on Madison Avenue, between 29th Street and Seven Lakes Drive, is in progress. Removal of asphalt will only occur to address waterline tie-ins. The project team will maintain access for all adjacent property owners while this work is being done.

Traffic and Detours:

Madison Avenue remains close between 29th and 37th Streets and 37th Street is close between Monroe Avenue and Seven Lakes Drive. As school begins, commuters should plan their routes ahead.

Local access to Madison Avenue is only available for those who live or own property along Madison Avenue between 29th and 37th Streets. Commuters outside the construction limits should follow the designated detour routes by using the following streets:

• North Boise Avenue
• Monroe Avenue
• 29th Street
• US 34

For project updates or to stay up to date on weekly progress, visit go.lovgov.org/Madison Avenue. The project is anticipated to be fully completed by December 2025, weather permitting. Residents who wish to sign up for the project newsletter or contact the project team can email PublicWorksInfo@cityofloveland.org or call 970-962-3669.

About  

The Madison Avenue Corridor Improvement Project aims to improve safety, mobility, and infrastructure along a vital north-south route between 29th and 37th Streets. As one of the city’s most traveled corridors, Madison Avenue connects neighborhoods, schools, parks, and major arterials, including US 287. This project will modernize the corridor by adding buffered bike lanes, new sidewalks, and a new roundabout at 37th Street—all designed to support safer travel for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists alike. In addition to improving traffic flow, the project will add a feature of public art by Art in Public Places. Construction is expected to be completed by December 2025.

Project Funding

The Madison Avenue Corridor Improvement Project is funded through a combination of the City of Loveland’s General Fund and Capital Expansion Fees (CEFs). From 2019 to 2024, approximately 20% of the project funding came from the General Fund, while the remaining 80% was provided through CEFs. Appropriations for the project began in 2019, with design services completed in 2021. The construction contract was awarded in May 2025, following a competitive bidding process.