Arvada staff recommend canceling West 72nd Avenue underpass as costs swell to ~$137 million City staff told the Arvada City Council on Jan. 20, 2026, that the West 72nd Avenue underpass design’s latest estimate has grown from earlier figures (~$65M–$97.5M) to about $137M, creating an estimated $63M gap versus secured funding; the council directed staff to stop work, hold a Feb. 2 public open house and develop alternatives including an at-grade widening.

Arvada city staff have recommended canceling the costly West 72nd Avenue underpass project after estimates skyrocketed to nearly $137 million, leaving a $63 million funding gap.

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Arvada City Council approves new water treatment plant and homelessness response measures Council approves contract for new water treatment plant and intergovernmental homelessness agreement.

The Arvada City Council just approved major investments to upgrade the city’s sewer systems, paving the way for enhanced infrastructure and community growth.

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