2021 Westside road projects

Some major road improvements will be undertaken this spring and summer that are outside the SWNA boundaries, but are likely to affect everyone living on the westside.

Columbia Roundabouts
The City will be improving the intersections of Columbia Street/Colorado Avenue and Columbia Street/Simpson Avenue with roundabouts to improve safety and reliability. Travelers should expect road closures and detours for about 10 weeks at each location:

• Columbia Street / Colorado Avenue: early March through mid-May
• Columbia Street / Simpson Avenue: mid-May through July

All construction is expected to be finished in August 2021.

Newport Corridor Improvements
Virtual Open House:  the City has an online “virtual open house” on the project website for those seeking more information.

A major infrastructure project along Newport Avenue will kick off in March. The project will:

• Rebuild the road from College Way to 9th Street
• Rebuild aging and failing stormwater infrastructure
• Replace the existing sewer trunk line and water distribution pipes
• Install new sidewalks, curb ramps, lighting, landscaping and signage

Construction begins with replacement of an aging water line at the intersection of 10th Street and Newport Avenue. The project will result in temporary closures and detours.