In the coming days, the City of Brighton Utilities Department, in partnership with contractor Wagner Construction, Inc, will begin a water pipeline replacement project around Egbert Street and Southern Street.   

Traffic control devices and signage will be placed in the vicinity in advance of construction to alert drivers and pedestrians of traffic pattern interruptions. Short-duration closures may occur during the connection of critical infrastructure and any detours will be clearly marked. The first partial closures for the project are expected to start on Bush Street between S. 6th Avenue and S. 7th Avenue.

The project will replace approximately 7,500 feet of aging and undersized water lines to ensure continuity, quality and quantity of water service provided to customers. Additional aging infrastructure, such as fire hydrants and valves, will also be replaced. Although some minor water service interruptions may occur during the transition to temporary water distribution pipeline, customers will be notified in advance. Access to residents’ homes and driveways in the project area will be maintained and the contractor will communicate with residents regarding project impacts. 

The project is expected to last approximately eight months. 

For the latest updates on traffic impacts, please visit the City of Brighton’s Cone Zone Map.