Site Accessibility Evaluation
Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Citadel Transfer Station (PU18-000081)
780 Citadel Dr W
East Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Transit Stops
Inspection Date: 11/18/2024
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385 - 5175
https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 02/05/2025
FOR RECORD:
FROM: Robert L. Hernandez, Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
DATE: 02/05/2025
SUBJECT: Citadel Transfer Station Self-Evaluation
1. On 11/18/2024, Title II ADA / Section 504 Coordinator(s) from the Office of Accessibility performed a Title II - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation. This evaluation was performed in accordance with 1991/2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
2. Priorities for removing barriers are assigned in accordance with the ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities, promulgated by the ADA National Network. The checklist follows the four priorities listed in the Department of Justice ADA Title III regulations. These priorities are equally applicable to state and local government facilities:
Priority 1 - Accessible approach and entrance
Priority 2 - Access to goods and services
Priority 3 - Access to public toilet rooms
Priority 4 - Access to other items such as water fountains and public telephones
3. Corrective actions to findings were / will be submitted to the City maintenance work request system and will be managed in accordance with the City Transition Plan. Note: Recommended corrections may be modified where appropriate. Corrections are developed in consideration of the “Program Access” provisions of Title II, where applicable.
4. A copy of this report will be maintained by the Office of Accessibility. Updates to the findings included in this report will be available at the following link: https://access6.bluedag.com/access/barriers/GfhHF91nlvMItTaD4rVzj85XBKNZxywJ. Alternatively, this link is available from the Office of Accessibility’s webpage on the City of Colorado Springs website.
City of Colorado Springs Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
30 S. Nevada Ave, Suite 301
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
ADACompliance@coloradosprings.gov
Atch 1. City of Colorado Springs, ADA Self-Evaluation Report
Sincerely,
Robert Hernandez
Table of Contents
Findings
Exterior - Accessible Routes
BFID: 187156
There is no accessible route of travel from the public way. This is a primary entrance point to the Transfer Station.
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility they serve.
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility they serve.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.1
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve.
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve.
As Built:
There is not a connecting ramp at Chelton and W. Portal.
Recommendation:
Install a curb ramp at this corner.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 187157
There is no accessible route of travel from the public way.
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility they serve.
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility they serve.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 206.2.1
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve.
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve.
As Built:
The sidewalk abruptly ends near Chelton Rd and W. Portal.
Recommendation:
Probably nothing at this time. Consider sidewalk construction.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 187158
There are multiple issues with the ramp, including:
All pads between top and bottom landing are over 9% with 10.2% being the highest.
The ramp run exceeds 30' at 36'
All pads between top and bottom landing are over 9% with 10.2% being the highest.
The ramp run exceeds 30' at 36'
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 405
Ramps
Ramps
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
There are multiple issues with the ramp from the sidewalk on Chelton Rd.
Recommendation:
Reduce the slope of the ramp to under 8%. This ramp will likely need an middle landing and some directional change. Maybe the handrails can be salvaged.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
Corrected Condition:
The ramp is now correct.
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 187159
There are multiple issues with this curb ramp including:
The brick paver detectable warnings are sinking, causing up to 1/2" vertical displacement.
The side flare closest to the bike rack has a 24% slope.
The brick paver detectable warnings are sinking, causing up to 1/2" vertical displacement.
The side flare closest to the bike rack has a 24% slope.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 406
Curb Ramps
Curb Ramps
As Built:
There are multiple issues with this curb ramp by the bike rack along Citadel Dr W.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the curb ramp.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 189147
The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.
As Built:
There is 1-1/2" vertical displacement in the sidewalk at the storm inlet.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the sidewalk panels around the storm inlet.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 189148
The surface of the pedestrian access route is not firm, stable and slip resistant. In addition, the asphalt at the base of the curb ramp is deteriorated, with a hole 2" deep by 16" by 12".
The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces along the pedestrian access route that are required to be accessible that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant.
The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces along the pedestrian access route that are required to be accessible that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7
The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces required to comply with R302.7 that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant and shall comply with R302.7.
The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces required to comply with R302.7 that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant and shall comply with R302.7.
As Built:
There is considerable debris build up in the curb ramp at Citadel Dr W.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the asphalt at the base of the curb ramp. Keep the curb ramp clear of debris.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
Exterior - Parking
BFID: 187160
The required parking signage is missing.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA). Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." All signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA). Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." All signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.6
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
As Built:
Accessible parking signage is missing on two of the accessible parking spaces.
Recommendation:
Install accessible parking signage.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 187161
The required parking signage is missing.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA). Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." All signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
At the follow-up visit, the parking curb had been removed from this parking space.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA). Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." All signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
At the follow-up visit, the parking curb had been removed from this parking space.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.6
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Status:
Compliant
As Built:
One of the parking spaces has a post but no sign.
Recommendation:
Install an accessible parking sign.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 187162
The striping and markings for the accessible parking stall, loading/unloading access aisle are dilapidated and in need of repair and/or maintenance.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.3.3
Access aisles shall be marked so as to discourage parking in them.
Access aisles shall be marked so as to discourage parking in them.
As Built:
The striping of the parking spaces and access aisles is faded.
Recommendation:
Restripe the parking spaces and access aisles.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 187163
The access aisle is not a minimum 5 feet wide.
A accessible parking stall's access aisle must be a minimum of 5 feet wide measured from centerline to centerline.
Where the access aisle is not adjacent to another parking space or access aisle, measurements shall be permitted to include the full width of the line defining the access aisle.
A accessible parking stall's access aisle must be a minimum of 5 feet wide measured from centerline to centerline.
Where the access aisle is not adjacent to another parking space or access aisle, measurements shall be permitted to include the full width of the line defining the access aisle.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.3.1
Access aisles serving car and van parking spaces shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) wide minimum.
Access aisles serving car and van parking spaces shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) wide minimum.
As Built:
One of the access aisles is 4'-6" wide.
Recommendation:
Restripe the parking and access aisle to provide a 5'-0" wide access aisle with 8'-0" wide parking space.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 187164
The surfaces of the accessible parking spaces and access aisles are not firm, stable, and slip resistant.
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 302.1
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant and shall comply with 302.
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant and shall comply with 302.
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.
As Built:
The pavement in the far right accessible space is deteriorating.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the pavement.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
BFID: 187165
The van stall signage is faded.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible."
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible."
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.6
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
As Built:
The van accessible parking sign is faded.
Recommendation:
Replace the van accessible parking sign.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Transit Services
