Construction Update April 4-10

Hello Loveland!

Here’s the latest update on construction along North Taft Avenue as stormwater improvements continue and the project moves toward completion of this phase.

Project Progress

• Significant progress was made this week at both 18th Street and 22nd Street.
• At 18th Street:
  • Key connections to the new treatment system are complete.
  • Shoreline stabilization within the lake has been finished.
  • Guardrail installation is complete.
  • Crews are preparing for new concrete features, including a cross pan, sidewalk, and ADA ramps.
• At 22nd Street:
  • Installation of the large storm pipe crossing Taft Avenue is complete, marking a major milestone.
  • Crews are continuing work on additional pipe connections and inlet structures.
  • Underground improvements and diversion structures are progressing well.
  • Concrete work between 22nd Street and 29th Street is nearly complete, with only minor sections remaining.

Look Ahead

• Continue concrete work at 18th Street and 22nd Street, including sidewalks, curb and gutter, and inlet structures.
• Install additional stormwater system components at 22nd Street.
• Add protective stabilization at outlet areas.
• Resume paving work on nearby side streets later in the week.
• Shift northbound traffic on Taft Avenue to the east side of the roadway.
• A mill and overlay paving operation is anticipated on North Taft Avenue in June.
• Some final rip rap work will be scheduled at a later date to align with more favorable conditions.

Working Hours

Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work.

Contact

To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

Thank you for your continued patience as we make these improvements.