US 24 Buena Vista Enhancement
Project complete
Project Overview
In August 2017, CDOT crews completed improvements to US 24 from mile points 209.8 to 212.9, providing the Town of Buena Vista an upgraded business corridor.
Project Facts
- Cost: $10 million
(RAMP partnership with the Town of Buena Vista)
Improvement Area
- Three miles and Town thoroughfare
Project Team
- Contractor: A&S Construction
Project Benefits
The work reconstructed US 24 and enhanced several blocks in Buena Vista's downtown area. Enhancements will improve safety for all modes of travel.
Benefits included:
- new US 24 access control from Mill Street to Crossman Avenue;
- an asphalt overlay north of Crossman Avenue and south of Mill Street;
- storm sewer and drainage improvements to reduce flooding;
- enhanced left and right-turn pockets at the intersection of Main Street and US 24;
- updated pedestrian crosswalks and sidewalks along US 24;
- ADA ramps at intersections and dedicated driveways to businesses;
- relocation and upgrades of street lighting;
- asphalt resurfacing and enhanced striping and delineation; and
- improved electronic intersection signalization for emergency vehicles.
Project Schedule
- Early August to November 2016: West side of US 24
- November 2016 to April 2017: East side of US 24
- April to May 2017: Median concrete islands
- April to May 2017: Project-wide asphalt replacement
- Mid-May to August 2017: Lighting and signal work
