TRAFFIC ALERT Concrete Construction to Occur on the Bridge over Inbound Peña Boulevard as Part of East Rail Line Construction

Denver, June 26, 2013 – The Regional Transportation District’s (RTD) contractor for the East Rail Line, Denver Transit Partners (DTP), will continue construction on the commuter rail bridge over Peña Boulevard, just east of E-470, on July 1. While this work is underway, the following traffic restrictions will be in place:

 From 10 p.m. Monday, July 1, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, and from 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, until 5 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, continued bridge work will occur over eastbound/inbound Peña Boulevard. Traffic travelling on eastbound/inbound Peña Boulevard will be reduced to one lane and detoured around the construction area. Traffic travelling on westbound/outbound Peña Boulevard will be unaffected. Drivers should follow traffic control signs and allow additional time to reach the airport.

This work is part of the construction of the East Rail Line between downtown Denver and Denver International Airport. The project is part of the RTD’s FasTracks program.

Drivers are asked to slow down in construction zones and comply with posted signs. Construction schedules are subject to change due to inclement weather or other factors. In the event of after-hour emergencies, call 1-855-EAGLE P3 (324-5373). For additional construction information, or if you have questions, please contact the DTP Public Information Team at 303-297-5284.

For online project information including construction and traffic detours, go to: www.rtdfastracks.com/ep3_26.