CO 7 Cherryvale Road to US 36/28th Street Resurfacing
About the Project
Starting in mid-April 2025, the Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor Asphalt Specialties Company will begin resurfacing Colorado Highway 7/Arapahoe Avenue starting at Cherryvale Road and extending west to US Highway 36/28th Street in Boulder.
Work on this project is scheduled for completion in December 2025.
The existing asphalt will be milled and overlayed with new asphalt. While work is in progress, erosion control measures will be in place.
Additional work includes Americans with Disabilities Act upgrades that include curb ramp installations.
Work this Week & Lane Closures for CO 7 Cherryvale Road to US 36/28th Street
Project Facts
- Construction Cost: $5 Million
- Contractor: Asphalt Specialties Co.
- Timeline: Mid-April 2025 to December 2025
- Location: CO 7/Arapahoe Avenue between Cherryvale Road to US 36/28 Street
- Nearest Town/City: Boulder
- Mile Point(s): MP 52.3 to MP 55.5
- County: Boulder

Project Benefits
- Milling removes the worn-out surface layer, and the fresh asphalt overlay restores the road's smoothness and improves safety
- Erosion control measures will prevent sediment runoff and protect water resources during construction
- ADA curb ramps are a small but an important part of making sidewalks, street crossings and other pedestrian routes accessible to everyone
Work Schedule
- Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- The work schedule is weather dependent and subject to change
Traffic Impacts
Motorists can expect the following impacts during the period of construction:
- Single-lane closures on CO 7/Arapahoe Avenue from Cherryvale Road to US 36/28th Street
- Delays are expected to be up to 10 minutes during work hours
- Construction vehicles entering and exiting the work zone
- Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures