Traffic Impacts
- Marksheffel Road will close to all through traffic from south of Barnes Road to north of North Carefree Circle on Monday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning. The signed detour route will direct Marksheffel Road travelers to use Peterson Road between Barnes Road and North Carefree Circle during the overnight closure. During the closure, local access will be maintained from the north at Barnes Road for the neighborhoods located along Zircon Drive and Graphite Drive.
- Barnes Road between Antelope Ridge Drive and Marksheffel Road is now open after full reconstruction. Expect periodic lane closures for finishing work.
- Travelers should expect equipment and workers adjacent to the road.
- The posted speed limit is 35 mph.
- Follow signs and flagger directions when present.
Text IMPROVE to 866-762-3640 to receive text alerts regarding construction updates and traffic impacts.
About
There are many ongoing efforts by the City and development community to provide improvements along Marksheffel Road. Colorado Springs is leading an accelerated process to widen portions of the corridor now while continuing to pursue more funding for future improvements. Long-term goals include enhanced corridor safety and congestion relief.
North Carefree Circle to Dublin Boulevard
Expanding the existing two-lane section between North Carefree Circle and Dublin Boulevard is a City priority and may take several years to construct.
The first phase of construction focuses on the 1.2-mile section between North Carefree Circle and Tamlin Road. Initial work activities include relocating utilities, installing new drainage facilities, and constructing a water quality pond for storm water. Surface improvements between North Carefree Circle and Tamlin Road include grading, road widening with new curb and gutter, new pavement, and lowering the Barnes Road intersection about eight feet. Construction will continue through 2024.
City officials continue to seek funding to improve the remaining 1.5-mile two-lane section of Marksheffel Road between Tamlin Road and Dublin Boulevard in 2025 and 2026.
When corridor improvements are complete, Marksheffel Road will have two lanes in each direction with a center median, improved drainage, new sidewalk on the west side, and a shared-use path on the east side of Marksheffel Road.
Colorado Springs awarded Kraemer North America (KNA) the construction contract for the project’s first phase.
Project Benefits
- Enhance safety by providing designated space for drivers, walkers and cyclists
- Reduce congestion by adding an additional lane in each direction and turn lanes at intersections
- Improve mobility by eliminating congestion points
- Upgrade Marksheffel Road using current design and safety standards
- Improve driver sight distance by leveling out hills and dips in the roadway
Construction Updates
Text IMPROVE to 866-762-3640 to receive text alerts regarding construction updates and traffic impacts.
- October 22, 2024 update
- October 4, 2024 update
- September 19, 2024 update
- September 13, 2024 update
- August 12, 2024 update
- August 8, 2024 update
- July 12, 2024 update
- June 28, 2024 update
- May 28, 2024 update
- May 8, 2024 update
- May 3, 2024 update
- April 12, 2024 update
- March 19, 2024 update
- March 12, 2024 update
- February 15, 2024 update
- February 6, 2024 update
- January 4, 2024 update
- December 13, 2023 update
- December 4, 2023 update
- October 22, 2023 update
- October 16, 2023 update
- October 4, 2023 update
- September 15, 2023 update
- September 6, 2023 update
- August 14, 2023 update
- July 20, 2023 update
Background
Colorado Springs, El Paso County and the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority (PPRTA) have had a vision for Marksheffel Road since 2006 when the Corridor Preservation Plan was adopted. The Corridor Preservation Plan established future roadway improvements, preserved the right-of-way, and set expectations for adjacent land uses. Over time, road improvements have been completed by the City, County or developers. Improving Marksheffel Road continues to be one of the highest regional priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the speed limit be reduced on Marksheffel during construction?
Yes. The posted speed limit on Marksheffel Road between North Carefree and Tamlin Road will be reduced to 35 mph during construction.