FAQs
- Transit construction
- Intersection construction
- Roadway construction
- Pedestrian infrastructure
- Bicycling infrastructure
- Roundabout construction
- Transit station construction
- Six electric buses
Why BRT?
BRT was chosen as an ideal transit option for this corridor due to the high transit ridership and density along the corridor.
As the first operator of BRT in the state of Colorado, the City seeks to build on the success of MAX and the extensive experience gained through all phases of that project. Transfort ridership doubled after the introduction of the MAX BRT.
In addition to the West Elizabeth BRT, the City is also beginning early work on plans for an extension of existing MAX service along North College Avenue.(External link)
How is this project being funded?
This project's total cost is currently estimated at $112 million. $10.7 million in federal funds has been awarded for construction of the Foothills Transit Station at West Elizabeth and Overland. The remaining approximately $100 million of funding has not yet been finalized; Transfort continues to actively apply for all available external funding opportunities.
This estimated budget includes: