HomeMy WebLinkAbout20260697 OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
(970) 400-4200
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COUNTY, CO Greeley, CO 80632
March 23, 2026
U.S. Senator, Michael Bennet
1200 South College Avenue, Suite 211
Fort Collins, CO 80524
U.S. Senator, John Hickenlooper
801 8th Street,Suite 140A
Greeley, CO 80631
Dear U.S.Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper,
Weld County strongly supports the request for Congressionally Directed Spending to complete construction of
the WCR 13 Realignment and the WCR 13/WCR 50 Roundabout Project. This intersection has experienced
growing operational and safety concerns as traffic volumes increase in the rapidly developing area northwest
of Johnstown. The current geometry creates sight-distance challenges and awkward turning movements,
making this location a priority for safety and mobility improvements.
The proposed realignment and modern roundabout will significantly improve safety by replacing the existing
offset,stop-controlled intersection with a low-speed,free-flow configuration that reduces conflict points and
virtually eliminates the severe broadside and angle crashes common at rural high-speed intersections. By
improving visibility,simplifying vehicle movements,and naturally slowing traffic,the project will create a safer
environment for all roadway users, including agricultural equipment,freight, commuters, and residents.
This improvement is also critical for maintaining reliable mobility along the WCR 13 corridor,which serves as an
important north-south connection supporting agricultural, industrial, and community growth in the region.
Enhancing traffic flow and reducing delays will improve travel time reliability and support the movement of
goods and people across the surrounding communities.
Weld County urges federal support to help deliver this long-needed safety and mobility project,ensuring that
the WCR 13 and WCR 50 corridors can continue to serve the region safely and effectively as growth
accelerates.
Sincerely,
Scott K. James
Chair, Weld County Board of Commissioners
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