7th Street Bridge Rehabilitation

Our contractor will be completing final touches on the 7th St. bridge on Friday, Aug. 22, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. One lane of traffic will be closed, and flaggers will be present to help direct vehicles. Please expect potential delays and plan extra travel time.

The Town of Windsor is pleased to announce the full reopening and completion of the 7^th St. Bridg Rehabilitation Project.

The bridge has undergone critical structural rehabilitation measures to extend its lifespan and ensure continued safety for residents and commuters. Without this work, the bridge would have required a full replacement in the future—an effort that would have been significantly more costly and impactful.

The rehabilitation included structural reinforcements, improved safety features and a smoother driving surface. This upgrade ensures that the bridge can continue to serve the community reliably for years to come.

The town would like to sincerely thank residents for the patience, support and cooperation throughout the duration of this project.

Please note: Crews will remain in the vicinity in the coming days to complete final site cleanup and finishing work. While no roadway impacts are expected, we encourage drivers to remain cautious and watch for workers in the area.

Crews successfully poured the concrete for the bridge deck earlier this week, marking a significant milestone in the 7th Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project. The bridge deck forms the primary surface of the bridge that vehicles will eventually travel on, and this progress brings the project one step closer to completion.

As of Friday, August 1, crews are scheduled to install the expansion joint, which allows the bridge to safely expand and contract with changing temperatures. Following that, asphalt paving is expected to take place during the week of August 4. These final construction activities are essential to preparing the bridge for safe public use.

The project remains on schedule and continues to move toward an early August reopening. Thank you for your continued interest and support. Future updates will be provided as the bridge nears completion.

For traffic alert updates, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

The 7th St. Bridge project remains on schedule and is anticipated to reopen before the beginning of school. Recent work has included:

• Bridge structure repairs
• Rebar installation
• Bridge deck concrete pour

While roadway and trail access in the area remains closed, progress continues steadily. The Town of Windsor appreciates the community’s continued patience and understanding.

All work is weather dependent and subject to change. To receive traffic alerts by text, send WINDSORROADS to 888777.

TRAFFIC ALERT: 7th St. Bridge Rehabilitation Project Underway

The 7th St. Bridge Rehabilitation Project is officially underway as of Tuesday, May 27. This vital infrastructure improvement will require a full closure of 7th St. between Eastman Park Dr. and Laku Lake Rd., lasting through the summer months and concluding prior to the start of the upcoming school year. During this period, motorists, pedestrians and cyclists will not be permitted within the designated construction zone and should utilize alternate routes.

The closure is necessary to allow for comprehensive structural repairs and upgrades to the bridge, originally constructed in the 90s, including the removal and replacement of the bridge deck, concrete barrier, bridge rails, sidewalks and guardrails. The project also includes necessary improvements to stormwater infrastructure and roadway paving.

Users of the Poudre River Trail are advised to remain especially cautious near the construction area to avoid unintentional entry into the active work zone.

All construction is weather-dependent and subject to change. To receive real-time traffic alert notifications, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

Beginning Tuesday, May 27, 7th St. will be closed from the Eastman Park Dr. roundabout to Laku Lake Rd., the entrance to the Eastman Park South Expansion, for bridge rehabilitation. The closure will remain in place throughout the summer, weather permitting.

During this time, all traffic—including motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians—will be required to detour.

Motorists

Detour via Crossroads Blvd., CO 257, and Eastman Park Dr.

Cyclists

• Those traveling on the Poudre River Trail (north of the closure) should detour via Eastman Park Dr. and Water Valley Pkwy.
• Those on 7th St. (south of the closure) should detour via Laku Lake Road, the Poudre River Trail through Eastman Park, Eastman Park Drive, and Water Valley Parkway.

Pedestrians

Remain on sidewalks and avoid the active construction zone. Those walking along the Poudre River Trail should detour via Eastman Park Dr. and Water Valley Pkwy.

Eastman Park River Experience Users

Exercise extreme caution due to fast river flow rates. Tubers, kayakers and paddleboarders are advised to exit the river before passing under the 7th St. bridge construction zone.

This project involves complex coordination with CDOT, environmental protections for the Cache la Poudre River, and efforts to maintain access to Eastman Park and related programming. The community’s continued patience and cooperation throughout the duration of the work is extremely appreciated!

To receive traffic alerts, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

Detour Map

Following the end of the school year, the town will commence the 7th Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project, which will require a full closure of 7th St. from Eastman Park Drive to Laku Lake Rd. through August, weather permitting.

Significant traffic delays and congestion are expected throughout the duration of the project, and motorists are strongly encouraged to plan alternate routes in advance, particularly if accessing Eastman Park, the Eastman Park River Experience or Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church.

Project Delay Notice: Please be advised that the current Capital Improvement Project (CIP) is experiencing delays and is now scheduled for completion in 2025 or beyond, pending future budget approvals. For any inquiries or clarifications regarding this delay, please contact the project manager directly using the contact listed under the “Who’s Listening” section. We appreciate your patience and understanding.