Project Overview#
The Oak Street project is part of the Downtown Stormwater Improvement Program (DSIP) and will help to resolve flooding issues in downtown Fort Collins. The project extends from Mason St to City Park and will begin at Mason in July 2024.
Additionally and in preparation for the stormwater project, the City will be replacing the water main from Grant to Jackson, and Xcel Energy will be replacing the gas main from Meldrum to Jackson.
The map below shows the general locations and projected timeline for the projects.
Stormwater Project: August 15th Update#
Ongoing#
- Finalizing sanitary sewer main replacement and inspection on 200 block of Oak Street this week.
- Tunneling launch pit excavation and shoring installation on 300 block of Oak Street has paused to wait for dewatering to be completed
Upcoming#
- Dewatering system installation on the 200 block of Oak Street
- Tunneling receiving pit excavation on the 200 block of Oak Street
- Mobilization and delivery of equipment to the second tunneling site near Whitcomb, during third week in August
Current Road Closures#
Water Project: August 15th Update#
Ongoing#
- Traffic control setup
- Installation of new hydrant and service lines at Grant and Oak intersection
- Potholing of existing utilities along future water main alignment
Upcoming#
- Mobilization of equipment and materials to the site
- Asphalt milling and saw cutting of future water main trench from Grant to Washington
- Replacement of existing water main at Grant and Oak intersection
- Replacement of existing water main from Grant to Washington
Anticipated Schedule#
Estimated Construction Timeline#
FAQ#
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There will be full roadway closures on Oak Street and other adjoining blocks where pipeline construction is occurring. Residents with alley access to their lots will be encouraged to utilize the alleyways as much as possible when the roadway is closed on their block. Residents that don’t have alley access will need to park on adjacent blocks. Sidewalk access to property frontage will generally remain open or detours for pedestrians will also be posted.
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Sidewalk access to business property frontage will generally remain open. There will be some intersection and crosswalks closed during streetscape construction. During those times, detours for pedestrians will be posted.
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You can expect large construction operations, including heavy equipment, dirt hauling and associated noise and dust during the construction period.
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Stormwater system improvements include flood control measures as well as stormwater quality improvements such as rain gardens at Howes, Washington and Jackson. Rain gardens are systems that filter pollutants out of stormwater before it makes its way downstream to the Poudre River. As such, significant streetscape improvements to these same intersections will be made.
Other improvements being made as part of the Oak Street project include a new water main from Grant to Jackson Street, and a new gas main (Xcel Energy project) from Meldrum to Jackson Street.
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On-street parking will not be available on the blocks where active construction is occurring. Generally, the construction zone will be limited to 2 or 3 blocks at a time and automobile detours will be posted to reroute drivers.
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While we do anticipate ongoing construction adjacent to City Park during the summer months, we don’t anticipate a large impact on any events at City Park during those times. There will be reduced on-street parking near the Oak/Jackson intersection and along Jackson north of Oak Street, but existing parking will generally be available otherwise.
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Yes, water services may be shut off for short periods of time (4 hours or less) during active construction of the water or storm mains. We will let you know at least 24 hours in advance of any shut-off.
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Yes, its possible that either gas or electricity may be shut off for short periods of time during active construction.
Did You Know?
Fats, oils and grease can clog the pipes in your home and the City’s wastewater system. Don’t put them down the drain. Toss them instead.
Free sprinkler checkups are available to find ways to save water and improve system efficiency.
Installing high-efficiency refrigeration equipment at your business, such as zero-energy doors and anti-sweat heater controls (rebates available), can save money.