Mountain Valley Contracting, Inc.

06/03/2026

05/17/2026

Construction to improve pedestrian access and drainage near Broadway Elementary School will begin May 19.

The project adds ADA-compliant sidewalks connecting students and families from CO 340 and Redlands Parkway to Broadway Elementary School. Work also includes Greenbelt Drive resurfacing and stormwater upgrades along both corridors.

Mesa County is partnering with Mountain Valley Contracting Inc., the City of Grand Junction and School District 51 on the project.

Construction is expected to continue through late September 2026, with work generally taking place Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Traffic impacts
Drivers should expect temporary lane closures and detours throughout construction, including:
Lane closures beginning May 19
Northbound traffic reduced to a single lane from May 26 through July 31
Southbound detours during portions of construction

Traffic patterns may change as work progresses.

The project addresses gaps in pedestrian infrastructure near Broadway Elementary School, where accessibility and safety have been limited for students, families and nearby residents.

Coordinating the work into one project allows the agencies to improve sidewalks, drainage and roadway conditions while reducing the need for multiple construction projects over several years.

Stay informed
Residents can receive project updates or ask questions through the project hotline and email:
Project hotline: 970-822-0701
Email: [email protected]

05/12/2026

Progress is good.

04/13/2026

Construction of a new detached sidewalk along the south side of Patterson Road has begun with crews currently preparing the surface for the concrete path.

04/08/2026

09/15/2025

On Sept. 4, the Community Food Bank of Grand Junction’s community garden was destroyed by a hit-and-run.

07/30/2025

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