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Public Utilities Commission Approves Traffic Signal Upgrade in Englewood, Colorado

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The Colorado Public Utilities Commission has issued a decision approving the upgrade of the traffic signal at the West Dartmouth Avenue and South Tejon Street intersection/crossing in Englewood, Colorado. The upgrade, proposed by the City of Englewood, will replace the existing span wire traffic signal with mast mounted signals while keeping the existing railroad signals. The Commission accepted the waiver of SS40-6-109.5, C.R.S. regarding the time limit for decisions, and required BNSF to file the cost estimate and state sketch by July 1, 2024. Englewood must file the final set of plans by July 5, 2024, which will include the cost estimate and state sketch.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Commission approved the upgrade of the traffic signal at the West Dartmouth Avenue and South Tejon Street intersection/crossing in Englewood, Colorado.
  • The upgrade will replace the existing span wire traffic signal with mast mounted signals while keeping the existing railroad signals.
  • The Commission accepted the waiver of SS40-6-109.5, C.R.S. regarding the time limit for decisions, and required BNSF to file the cost estimate and state sketch by July 1, 2024.
  • Englewood must file the final set of plans by July 5, 2024, which will include the cost estimate and state sketch provided by BNSF.
  • The project is estimated to cost $731,080, with funds provided by the Colorado Department of Transportation and Englewood.
  • The upgrade aims to enhance roadway and traffic signal infrastructure while incorporating safety upgrades for pedestrians and bicyclists and installing Americans with Disabilities Act requirements.
  • The intersection/crossing sees approximately 17,282 vehicles per day, with 7% heavy vehicles and no school buses, and is qualified for the upgrade.
  • The Commission retains jurisdiction to enter further decisions as necessary.

Statistics:

  • 17,282 vehicles per day use the intersection/crossing (VPD)
  • 7% of vehicles are heavy vehicles
  • No school buses use the intersection/crossing per day
  • The upgrade is estimated to cost $731,080
  • The project is expected to be completed by October 31, 2024
  • The intersection/crossing has had 7 accidents since 1975, including 2 injury accidents
  • The upgrade aims to enhance roadway and traffic signal infrastructure while incorporating safety upgrades for pedestrians and bicyclists and installing Americans with Disabilities Act requirements

Sources:

  • [Public Utilities Commission of the State of Colorado Decision No. C24-0419-I]
  • [SS40-6-109.5, C.R.S.]

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