For those planning to navigate around Englewood this Friday, you might want to consider an alternate route. The City of Englewood has announced that eastbound Dartmouth Avenue will be off-limits to traffic on January 17. This closure, affecting the stretch between S. Platte River Drive and Santa Fe, is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. and is expected to wrap up around 4 p.m. "Concrete and driveway work" has been cited as the reason for the shutdown, as per the City of Englewood.
Commuters wary of delays should keep in mind that this temporary inconvenience is part of a grander scheme to widen the eastbound Dartmouth lanes. As we've seen in countless scenarios, progress often demands patience and perhaps the taking of a few backroads. With work crews busy laying down the foundation for a smoother ride in the future, getting caught in a jam seems a small price to pay. According to the City of Englewood, the work is further preparing the area for these upcoming improvements.
Diversions will be in place to guide traffic around the construction area. While the exact detours have not been detailed in the city's communication, drivers should expect signs and possibly flaggers to redirect them. Safety for both the construction crews and passing motorists is a priority, and as such, adhering to the detour signage is crucial.
