Project Update
Work resumed on Monday, March 16, with overnight signal equipment installation, followed by regular daytime work. Crews are now completing the final phase of the South Nevada Avenue Traffic Signal Improvements Project. Remaining work includes concrete and sidewalk repairs, final paving, and new pavement striping.
Remaining work includes concrete and sidewalk repairs, final paving, and new pavement striping.
Project Purpose & Benefits
The City of Colorado Springs, in partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), is upgrading two intersections along S. Nevada Avenue (Colorado State Highway 115) at Ramona Avenue and St. Elmo Avenue. The project will replace aging traffic signal infrastructure and provide critical safety upgrades for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. The work also supports the South Nevada Urban Renewal Plan, which focuses on revitalizing this key corridor.
What is Being Improved?
- New traffic signals with updated timing
- ADA-compliant curb ramps and sidewalks
- Improved pedestrian crossings and signage
Why This Matters
These intersections have seen increased traffic and pedestrian activity in recent years. The improvements will:
- Enhance pedestrian safety
- Improve signal efficiency and reduce congestion
- Support revitalization of the S. Nevada corridor
- Provide better access for people with disabilities
- Reduce long-term maintenance needs