Pedestrian/Bicycle Overpass at the Natural Resources Research Center (NRRC)
The purpose of this project is to design a separate pedestrian/bicycle crossing of the existing Mason Corridor trail and the active railroad. This overpass will provide more direct and safe access for pedestrians and cyclists traveling between the NRRC, the University Mall/Whole Foods shopping center, and the Mason Express (MAX) Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station. This project is funded by a grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation and the North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Crossing alternatives were evaluated in 2007/2008 during the planning process and as part of the Mason Corridor Environmental Assessment/Finding of No Significant Impact. At present, this project is in the final design phase. Construction of the overpass will be coordinated alongside construction of the MAX BRT corridor, which is slated for 2011/2012.
Pedestrian/Bicycle Underpass at Troutman Parkway
Final design of the Troutman Underpass is presently underway. This crossing will provide safe and accessible passage under the BNSF railroad tracks and the BRT guideway. It will connect the Mason Trail and the Troutman BRT Station with the surrounding neighborhood.
Ramps on both sides of the underpass are designed in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act standards. A landing is provided at every 2.5 feet of vertical change in height. In addition, the underpass structure itself includes an 8 foot wide concrete path on both sides of a center pier to provide safe, accessible, and convenient access to pedestrians, bicyclists, and physically disabled users. Troutman Underpass construction will be coordinated alongside construction of the MAX BRT corridor, which is anticipated in 2011/2012.