The City of Grand Junction is beginning Phase Two of the Four Canyons Parkway project, a major transportation improvement designed to support future growth by reducing traffic on neighborhood streets, easing congestion, and improving overall traffic flow along the 25 Road and Patterson Road corridors.
In preparation for roadway construction planned in 2026, Xcel Energy recently completed the 25 Road Natural Gas Project to enhance natural gas system safety. Upcoming work will include installation of additional utility infrastructure along 25 Road. Beginning the week of January 12, 2026, the City’s contractor will start construction on a small section along 25 Road.
Phase Two of Four Canyons Parkway is located east of 24½ Road and is currently focused on utility installation prior to roadway construction. Planned improvements include a new four-lane arterial connecting 24½ Road to and along 25 Road south to Patterson Rd, a reconfigured intersection at 25 Road to improve traffic capacity and safety, and a widened, reconstructed intersection at 25 Road and Patterson Road in the final stage.
The Four Canyons Parkway is designed to provide a safer, more efficient route through a rapidly developing area, helping divert traffic from smaller streets and reducing congestion on existing roadways. The corridor is also being constructed with future growth in mind, allowing for additional lanes as traffic demand increases.
TRAFFIC IMPACTS AND ACCESS
Construction along 25 Road will occur in phases to minimize traffic impacts. Work will progress from north to south, ending at the intersection of 25 Road and Patterson Road. During closures, local traffic will be detoured onto nearby residential streets to maintain access to homes, businesses, and schools. A map showing the first closure and detour route, as well as more information on the project can be found at: www.gjcity.org/1213/Four-Canyons-Parkway-Project.