Rough and Ready Greenway Improvements
Project Overview
Rough and Ready Greenway Improvements occurred between Pace Street (north of 9th Avenue) and Mountain View Avenue. The project upgraded the existing trail and created continuous an 8-foot-wide concrete trail.
What’s included:
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- Replacing sections of the current asphalt and concrete trail
- Building a single 8-foot concrete path along the corridor
- Small alignment shifts to reduce impacts to nearby private property, especially near fences and landscaping
- Coordinated construction with the Pace Street Improvements Project
Project Status
Updated: July 15, 2026
Construction is complete between 9th Ave. and Mountain View Ave. The greenway trail is fully open to pedestrians and bicyclists.
Goals & Improvements
Rough and Ready Greenway improvements brought the greenway up to current City of Longmont trail standards and improved accessibility. The project did not impact Rough and Ready Ditch or ditch operations.
Project Schedule
- Finalized Design – December 2025
- Bid Advertisement for Contractor – February 2026
- Construction Awarded to Contractor – March 2026
- Construction Start – May 2026
- Construction Completion – July 2026
Project Map
The following map illustrates the project corridor and area of focus:
Funding
The Rough & Ready Greenway Improvements project is paid for out of the following funds.
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