16th Street Enhancement Project

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Running from downtown to the University of Northern Colorado, the section of 16th Street between 7th and 11th Avenues is a vital part of our community – but this historical area lacks modern amenities and mobility options. The 16th Street Enhancement Project will bring wider, more even sidewalks and ample parking. It will also improve traffic safety, as current speeds along the corridor are unsafe for anyone walking or biking in the area.

City of Greeley planners asked more than 100 people who live and work in the area how it could be improved for the entire community. We have used that feedback to redesign 16th Street for many forms of transportation and bring better landscaping, lighting and parking to the area.

The new-and-improved 16th Street will enhance the community experience for residents and visitors alike, contributing to the vibrant tapestry of our city.

Project Goals

Based on extensive feedback, community goals aim to:

  • Slow traffic to improve safety
  • Improve the corridor’s look
  • Make it a safe, pedestrian-friendly community space
  • Improve parking options
  • Create a positive connection between UNC and downtown

The transformation of this corridor transcends urban planning – 16th Street directly impacts how prospective UNC families perceive Greeley. Elevating this crucial area encourages university visitors to invest not only in their education, but also in our city. We want UNC prospects to become UNC students and staff, and ultimately, to become lifelong Greeley residents.

A recent McKinsey study forecasted a potential 11% employment growth in college-centric towns over the next decade, particularly in STEM, healthcare and creative fields. The 16th Street Enhancement Project embraces our college town and encourages students to put down roots right here in Greeley, creating an adaptable workforce for existing and future businesses. This kind of economic diversity will help position Greeley as a future-forward city.

Current Status

The first phase of construction, which involved underground utility work in the area, was completed February 2025. The second phase involves aboveground work to the transportation corridor as well as aesthetic upgrades. Phase two work begins May 28.

For more information, check out the Project Updates section below. To stay up to date on the construction impacts of this project, subscribe to email notices using the button on the right side of this page.

Running from downtown to the University of Northern Colorado, the section of 16th Street between 7th and 11th Avenues is a vital part of our community – but this historical area lacks modern amenities and mobility options. The 16th Street Enhancement Project will bring wider, more even sidewalks and ample parking. It will also improve traffic safety, as current speeds along the corridor are unsafe for anyone walking or biking in the area.

City of Greeley planners asked more than 100 people who live and work in the area how it could be improved for the entire community. We have used that feedback to redesign 16th Street for many forms of transportation and bring better landscaping, lighting and parking to the area.

The new-and-improved 16th Street will enhance the community experience for residents and visitors alike, contributing to the vibrant tapestry of our city.

Project Goals

Based on extensive feedback, community goals aim to:

  • Slow traffic to improve safety
  • Improve the corridor’s look
  • Make it a safe, pedestrian-friendly community space
  • Improve parking options
  • Create a positive connection between UNC and downtown

The transformation of this corridor transcends urban planning – 16th Street directly impacts how prospective UNC families perceive Greeley. Elevating this crucial area encourages university visitors to invest not only in their education, but also in our city. We want UNC prospects to become UNC students and staff, and ultimately, to become lifelong Greeley residents.

A recent McKinsey study forecasted a potential 11% employment growth in college-centric towns over the next decade, particularly in STEM, healthcare and creative fields. The 16th Street Enhancement Project embraces our college town and encourages students to put down roots right here in Greeley, creating an adaptable workforce for existing and future businesses. This kind of economic diversity will help position Greeley as a future-forward city.

Current Status

The first phase of construction, which involved underground utility work in the area, was completed February 2025. The second phase involves aboveground work to the transportation corridor as well as aesthetic upgrades. Phase two work begins May 28.

For more information, check out the Project Updates section below. To stay up to date on the construction impacts of this project, subscribe to email notices using the button on the right side of this page.

  • 16th Street Enhancement Project - 10/6 update

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    REMINDER: Keep Supporting Local Favorites – every cafe, shop and service along 16th Street is open during construction. Stop by and show your continued support!

    Crews continue to make strong progress on the south side of 16th Street, with this stage now 11% complete. Underground drainage installation at 9th Avenue is underway, and you will soon start seeing new pavement and curb take shape between 8th and 10th Avenues.

    Work Complete

    • Travel is open to westbound traffic on 16th Street. Traffic signals have been removed or bagged, and the intersections are partial roundabouts.

    • Remaining light poles have been removed on the south side of 16th Street, and temporary lighting has been placed

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the south side of 16th Street is completed from 8th to 10th Avenue

    Work Ongoing

    • Subgrade removal and re-compaction between 8th and 11th Avenue

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the south side of the street is underway from 10th Avenue heading west towards 11th Avenue

    Upcoming Work

    • Concrete pavement pours between 8th and 9th Avenues

    • Curb and gutter installation from 9th to 10th Avenue

  • 16th Street Enhancement Project - South Side Progress Continues (updated 9/29)

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    Crews continue to make steady progress, with demolition and grading moving westward. Drainage installation is now underway at 9th Avenue, and Saturday work has resumed to help keep the project on track.

    Work Complete

    • 16th Street is open to westbound traffic and pedestrian traffic. Traffic signals have been removed or bagged, and the intersections are now partial roundabouts.

    • Remaining light poles have been removed on the south side of 16th Street and temporary lighting is in place

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the south side of the street is complete from 8th to 10th Avenue

    Work Ongoing

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the southern half of the street is underway beginning at 10th Avenue and heading west towards 11th Avenue

    • Underground drainage piping and manhole installation at 16th Street and 9th Avenue

    Upcoming Work

    • Underground electrical and irrigation installation from 8th to 9th Avenues

    • Curb & gutter installation from 8th to 9th Avenue

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of the street is complete

    • Construction is progressing on the south side of the street, with about 8% of this stage complete.

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will occur in Spring 2026, once weather and planting conditions allow.

  • 16th Street Enhancement Project - Steady Progress on South Side (updated 9/22)

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    REMINDER: 16th Street businesses are open! Thank you for supporting these businesses during construction, your support matters.

    With westbound traffic open, crews are focused on the south side of 16th Street. All street lights have now been removed on the south side and have been replaced with temporary lighting. To keep the project moving on schedule, we expect Saturday work to resume on September 27.

    Work Complete

    • Travel is open to westbound traffic on 16th Street. Traffic signals have been removed or bagged and intersections are now partial roundabouts.

    • Eastbound lanes are currently closed to allow for construction

    • All streetlights on the southside of 16th Street have been removed; temporary lights are in place

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the south side of 16th Street is now complete from 8th to 10th Avenue

    Work Ongoing

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the south side of 16th Street is underway beginning at 10th Avenue and heading west towards 11th Avenue

    Upcoming Work

    • Underground electrical and irrigation installation from 8th to 9th Avenues

    • Curb and gutter work from 8th to 9th avenue

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of the street is complete

    • Construction has now shifted to the south side of the street, with about 6% of this phase complete

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will occur in Spring 2026, once weather and planting conditions allow

  • 16th Street Enhancement Project (updated 9/15)

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    Crews are making steady progress on the south side of 16th Street. This stage includes sidewalk, curb and pavement replacement as well as utility upgrades. Thank you for your continued patience and support as we work to improve this vital corridor.

    Work Completed

    • Travel is now open to westbound traffic on 16th Street. Traffic signals have been removed or bagged, and the intersections are now partial roundabouts

    • Remaining light poles have been removed on the south side of 16th Street

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the southern half of 16th Street is complete from 8th to 9th Avenue

    Work Ongoing

    • Sidewalk and curb & gutter demolition on the south side of 16th Street is underway beginning at 9th Avenue and heading west towards 11th Avenue

    Upcoming Work

    • Current streetlights to be removed. Temporary streetlights will be installed to ensure public safety within the work zone.

    • Underground electrical and irrigation installation from 8th to 9th Avenues

    • Curb & gutter work from 8th to 9th Avenue

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of the street is completed.

    • Construction is now shifted to the south side of the street, with 5% of this phase now complete.

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will occur in Spring 2026, once weather and planting conditions allow.

  • 16th Street Enhancement Updates - Westbound Lands Now Open! (updated 9/8)

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    We’re excited to share the great news: Westbound traffic reopened on schedule on August 31!

    Crews worked through summer heat and on weekends to make sure this milestone was delivered on time, marking the second milestone to be delivered early or on schedule. Pedestrian access is also fully open on the north side. This accomplishment wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work of the construction crews and the patience of businesses and residents along the corridor – thank you!

    Work Completed

    • Westbound lanes are now open for traffic and pedestrians.

    • Eastbound lane closure is in place with traffic flowing westbound only between 8th and 11th Avenues.

    • Traffic signals are removed or bagged – intersections are functioning as partial roundabouts.

    Work Ongoing

    • Asphalt milling and removal between 8th and 11th Avenues.

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter demolition has begun on the south side of 16th Street, starting at 8th Avenue. Work will initially affect businesses located east of the 7-Eleven. As before, crews will work in half-block increments and will do their best to minimize disruption. What you can expect:

    • Each business can expect activity in front of their property to last about three days.

    • A crushed base course will be placed and compacted after removals. Once compacted, it will be safe to walk on.

    • Flaggers will be on-site to help direct pedestrians safely around the work.

    • While we plan to maintain access at all times, there may be short 10 -15 minute periods when we are working directly in front of entrances. During those times we will pause work as needed to ensure customers can still get in and out.

    Upcoming Work

    • Continued asphalt milling and removal between 8th and 11th Avenues.

    • Continued sidewalk and curb/gutter demolition on the south side of 16th Street.

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of the street is completed.

    • Construction has now shifted to the south side of the street.

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will occur in Spring 2026, once weather and planting conditions allow.


  • 16th Street Enhancement Project - Special Friday Edition (updated 8/22)

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    We are sharing this week’s update today, Friday, to make sure you are aware that crews will be working on both Saturday and Sunday for the next two weekends to keep the project moving forward.

    Work Completed

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter pours are complete between 10th and 11th Avenues.

    • Concrete roadway paving is complete between 10th and 11th Avenues.

    • Curb and gutter work at the 10th Avenue roundabout is now complete.

    Work Ongoing

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter removal and replacement continue on the north side of 16th Street between 9th and 10th Avenues.

    • Concrete pavement pours are underway between 8th and 9th Avenues.

    Upcoming Work

    • Continued pavement pours between 9th and 10th Avenues.

    • Weekend work is scheduled for Saturday, August 23, and Sunday, August 24 and will continue both days next weekend as well.

    Project Timeline

    • Westbound travel on 16th Street is scheduled to reopen on Sunday, August 31.

    • Crews will then transition to work on the south side of 16th Street, with completion planned for Fall 2025.

    • Final plantings and artwork will be installed in Spring 2026 when conditions allow.

    All businesses along the corridor remain open during construction -- thank you for continuing to support them!

  • 16th Street Enhancement Project (updated 8/18)

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    Here’s your weekly construction update for the 16th Street Enhancement project. Our crews accomplished quite a bit over the last week and we remain on schedule for an August completion of the north side of 16th Street. (Above is a drone photo of the project.)

    Work Completed

    • Traffic control remains in place, with all intersections operating as all-way stops.

    • Concrete roadway paving is complete between 10th and 11th Avenues.

    • Curb and gutter work is now complete at the 10th Avenue roundabout.

    • Installation of underground culverts, drainpipes, and trench drains is complete.

    Work Ongoing

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter removal and replacement continues on the north side of 16th Street between 9th and 10th Avenues.

    • Concrete pavement pours are in progress between 8th and 9th Avenues.

    Upcoming Work

    • Installation of underground irrigation

    • Excavation and reconditioning of base materials to prepare for paving

    • Continued concrete pours between 9th and 10th Avenues

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of the street remains on schedule for completion at the end of August. We are now 70% complete with this work.

    • Construction will then shift to the south side of the street, with work wrapping up in Fall 2025.

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will occur in Spring 2026, once weather and planting conditions allow.

    Crews will continue working on Saturdays to help keep the project moving forward and on schedule.

    Remember, businesses remain open during construction, and your support matters!

  • 16th Street Enhancement Project Update (updated 8/11)

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    REMINDER: All businesses along the corridor remain open during construction. Your support of these storefronts is more important than ever, so drop in to your favorite 16th Street restaurant or business this week!

    Here’s your weekly construction update for the 16th Street Corridor project:

    Work Completed

    • 16th Street Eastbound remains closed, with all-way stops at each intersection.

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter pours are complete between 10th and 11th Avenues.

    • Concrete roadway paving has also been completed between 10th and 11th Avenues.

    Work Ongoing

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter removal and replacement continue on the north side of 16th Street between 9th and 10th Avenues.

    • Concrete pavement pours are in progress between 8th and 9th Avenues.

    Work Upcoming

    • Installation of underground irrigation, as well as culverts and drainpipes

    • Continued concrete pavement pours between 9th and 10th Avenues

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of 16th Street is on schedule for completion by the end of August 2025.

    • Construction will then shift to the south side, with work wrapping up in Fall 2025.

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will follow in Spring 2026, when weather and conditions allow.

  • 16th Street Construction Update (updated 8/4)

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    Here’s your weekly update on the 16th Street Enhancement project. Thank you for your continued patience as we move forward with improvements that will enhance accessibility and long-term infrastructure for the area.

    Work Completed or Ongoing

    • Westbound travel remains closed on 16th Street between 8th and 11th Avenues. All intersections are now all-way stops.

    • Concrete pavement pouring is in process between 8th and 9th Avenues.

    • Tree removal is complete on the UNC campus (south side of 16th Street)

    Upcoming Work

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter demolition will begin this week between 9th and 10th Avenues, working in half-block increments to help maintain customer access to nearby businesses.

    • Continued pouring of curb, gutter, and sidewalk concrete throughout the corridor.

    • Ongoing installation of underground irrigation.

    The project is now 15% complete.

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of 16th Street is on schedule for completion by the end of August 2025.

    • Construction will then shift to the south side, with work wrapping up in Fall 2025.

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will follow in Spring 2026, when weather and conditions allow.


  • 16th Street Construction Project Updates (updated 7/28)

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    Business access remains open! Want to avoid the driving and parking hassle while you’re in the area? We recommend parking outside the construction area and either walking or renting a Spin ebike/escooter to get you where you need to go for the final portion of your trip.

    Work Completed & In Progress

    • Eastbound-only traffic remains in effect on 16th Street between 8th and 11th Avenues. Westbound lanes are closed, and all intersections are now all-way stops.

    • Sidewalk and curb/gutter removal and replacement continues on the north side of 16th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues.

    • Concrete pavement pours continue between 10th and 11th Avenues.

    • Tree removal began last week on the UNC campus (south side of 16th).

    Upcoming Work

    • Crews will begin sidewalk and curb and gutter demolition between 9th and 19th Avenues. As before, crews will work in half-block increments and will do their best to minimize disruption. What you can expect:

    • Each business can expect activity in front of their property to last about three days.

    • A crushed base course will be placed and compacted after removals. Once compacted, it will be safe to walk on.

    • Flaggers will be on-site to help direct pedestrians safely around the work.

    • While we plan to maintain access at all times, there may be short 10-15 minute periods where we are working directly in front of entrances. During those times we will pause work as needed to ensure customers can still get in and out.

    • Installation of underground irrigation will begin.

    • Concrete pavement work will continue between 8th and 9th Avenues.

    We are now 13% to completion.

    Project Timeline

    • Work on the north side of the street remains on schedule for completion at the end of August.

    • Construction will then shift to the south side of the street, with work wrapping up in Fall 2025.

    • Final landscaping and public art installations will occur in Spring 2026, once weather and planting conditions allow.

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