Oxford Avenue Pedestrian Bridge

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This project is substantially complete as of May 2026. Read more.


Project Overview

The Oxford Ave Pedestrian Bridge Project has constructed a new bridge for bicyclists and pedestrians crossing Oxford Ave between Santa Fe Dr and Navajo St/Windermere St.

The bridge improves safety and connectivity along this corridor, providing a dedicated, safer crossing for people walking and biking while enhancing access to the RTD Light Rail Station northwest of Oxford Ave and Windermere St. It also allows for increased green signal time for Oxford Ave traffic through the Windermere St/Navajo St intersection, improving overall traffic flow.

This project is a key implementation of the Englewood Walk and Wheel Plan and the Englewood Light Rail Corridor Plan.

Project Closures

Road closures

  • There will be intermittent lane shifts and single lane closures throughout the project zone.

Typical sidewalk closures

  • During work on the north side of Oxford Ave, the north sidewalk will be closed:
    1. Pedestrians should cross at Windermere/Navajo or Santa Fe to use the sidewalk on the south side of Oxford
    2. Pedestrians going north or south on Windermere will need to use the sidewalk on the east side of Windermere
  • During work on the south side of Oxford Ave, the south sidewalk will be closed:
    1. Pedestrians should cross at Windermere/Navajo or Santa Fe to use the sidewalk on the north side of Oxford

Dog park closure

  • The dog park at the Oxford Station Apartments on the south side of Oxford Ave will be closed from July 2025 to late May 2026.

Project Scope

The design phase of this project had the consultant investigating and designing the following major characteristics of the proposed infrastructure:

Environmental Impacts

The design consultant coordinated with CDOT to investigate and obtain clearances on each of the environmental resources and fully comply with all NEPA requirements for federally funded transportation projects.

Bridge Design

The consultant performed a cost-benefit analysis and recommended a pre-fabricated steel truss bridge. The analysis also determined that a two span bridge would be the most cost-effective bridge configuration, by allowing for a shallow foundation at the south abutment and limiting right-of-way impacts. The bridge placement and structure depth were designed to minimize approach grades and meet ADA compliance while maintaining enough clearance for large trucks to pass underneath.

Connecting Paths

The final design includes connections to the nearby sidewalk as well as the RTD light rail station. The connecting paths will be ADA compliant and will provide a comfortable rider experience for bicyclists. The proposed connecting paths and the placement of the bridge made consideration of the planned Rail Trail, which will extend north and south from the project and will be completed at a later date.

Retaining Walls

The consultant analyzed the existing, adjacent retaining walls and developed a design that minimizes the impacts to these walls. Of critical concern, was the south side retaining wall near the Oxford Station Apartments. The proximity of the proposed bridge to this retaining wall required careful selection and design of the south side bridge foundation. Ultimately, the south bridge abutment will sit on expanded polystyrene (EPS) blocks, which are a lightweight fill used in place of gravel or concrete. This EPS fill allows the bridge to sit adjacent to the existing retaining wall, without impacting it's structural integrity. In addition to accommodating the existing retaining walls, the proposed bridge will require retaining walls for the north and south approaches in order to shorten the bridge length and reduce overall costs.


Aesthetics

The consultant developed a handful of various aesthetic treatments for the bridge and approach paths, which were presented to City Council on August 23, 2021. The final design includes a green Englewood style railing similar to what's found in other locations around the city, such as the S. Broadway business district. The design also includes concrete staining and surface treatments to match the nearby, existing retaining walls. Finally, the bridge will include the Englewood logo on a monument feature extending up from the center pier, a logo on the north side retaining wall, and smaller logos on the approach railings.


Project Funding

This project now has three sources of funding: federal funds awarded via grant through the DRCOG Transportation Improvement Program, City of Englewood funds, and a contribution from the developer of a neighboring housing project. The approximate funding breakdown is as follows:

$1.6M (Federal)+ $0.4M (City of Englewood) + $0.5M (Developer) = $2.5M

This project is substantially complete as of May 2026. Read more.


Project Overview

The Oxford Ave Pedestrian Bridge Project has constructed a new bridge for bicyclists and pedestrians crossing Oxford Ave between Santa Fe Dr and Navajo St/Windermere St.

The bridge improves safety and connectivity along this corridor, providing a dedicated, safer crossing for people walking and biking while enhancing access to the RTD Light Rail Station northwest of Oxford Ave and Windermere St. It also allows for increased green signal time for Oxford Ave traffic through the Windermere St/Navajo St intersection, improving overall traffic flow.

This project is a key implementation of the Englewood Walk and Wheel Plan and the Englewood Light Rail Corridor Plan.

Project Closures

Road closures

  • There will be intermittent lane shifts and single lane closures throughout the project zone.

Typical sidewalk closures

  • During work on the north side of Oxford Ave, the north sidewalk will be closed:
    1. Pedestrians should cross at Windermere/Navajo or Santa Fe to use the sidewalk on the south side of Oxford
    2. Pedestrians going north or south on Windermere will need to use the sidewalk on the east side of Windermere
  • During work on the south side of Oxford Ave, the south sidewalk will be closed:
    1. Pedestrians should cross at Windermere/Navajo or Santa Fe to use the sidewalk on the north side of Oxford

Dog park closure

  • The dog park at the Oxford Station Apartments on the south side of Oxford Ave will be closed from July 2025 to late May 2026.

Project Scope

The design phase of this project had the consultant investigating and designing the following major characteristics of the proposed infrastructure:

Environmental Impacts

The design consultant coordinated with CDOT to investigate and obtain clearances on each of the environmental resources and fully comply with all NEPA requirements for federally funded transportation projects.

Bridge Design

The consultant performed a cost-benefit analysis and recommended a pre-fabricated steel truss bridge. The analysis also determined that a two span bridge would be the most cost-effective bridge configuration, by allowing for a shallow foundation at the south abutment and limiting right-of-way impacts. The bridge placement and structure depth were designed to minimize approach grades and meet ADA compliance while maintaining enough clearance for large trucks to pass underneath.

Connecting Paths

The final design includes connections to the nearby sidewalk as well as the RTD light rail station. The connecting paths will be ADA compliant and will provide a comfortable rider experience for bicyclists. The proposed connecting paths and the placement of the bridge made consideration of the planned Rail Trail, which will extend north and south from the project and will be completed at a later date.

Retaining Walls

The consultant analyzed the existing, adjacent retaining walls and developed a design that minimizes the impacts to these walls. Of critical concern, was the south side retaining wall near the Oxford Station Apartments. The proximity of the proposed bridge to this retaining wall required careful selection and design of the south side bridge foundation. Ultimately, the south bridge abutment will sit on expanded polystyrene (EPS) blocks, which are a lightweight fill used in place of gravel or concrete. This EPS fill allows the bridge to sit adjacent to the existing retaining wall, without impacting it's structural integrity. In addition to accommodating the existing retaining walls, the proposed bridge will require retaining walls for the north and south approaches in order to shorten the bridge length and reduce overall costs.


Aesthetics

The consultant developed a handful of various aesthetic treatments for the bridge and approach paths, which were presented to City Council on August 23, 2021. The final design includes a green Englewood style railing similar to what's found in other locations around the city, such as the S. Broadway business district. The design also includes concrete staining and surface treatments to match the nearby, existing retaining walls. Finally, the bridge will include the Englewood logo on a monument feature extending up from the center pier, a logo on the north side retaining wall, and smaller logos on the approach railings.


Project Funding

This project now has three sources of funding: federal funds awarded via grant through the DRCOG Transportation Improvement Program, City of Englewood funds, and a contribution from the developer of a neighboring housing project. The approximate funding breakdown is as follows:

$1.6M (Federal)+ $0.4M (City of Englewood) + $0.5M (Developer) = $2.5M

  • Oxford Pedestrian Bridge Closed June 11 for Maintenance

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    The Oxford Pedestrian Bridge will be closed on Thursday, June 11 while crews apply a final concrete sealer to the bridge deck. The work is needed to protect the surface and extend the life of the bridge. The bridge is scheduled to reopen Friday morning.

    The Oxford Pedestrian Bridge will be closed on Thursday, June 11 while crews apply a final concrete sealer to the bridge deck. The work is needed to protect the surface and extend the life of the bridge. The bridge is scheduled to reopen Friday morning.

  • Project Completion Update - May 2026

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    Thanks to a successful partnership between the City of Englewood, the Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor Jalisco International, the pedestrian bridge between Santa Fe Dr and Navajo St/Windermere St reached substantial completion in mid-May.

    The new bridge improves safety and connectivity along this busy corridor, providing a safer crossing for pedestrians and cyclists over Oxford Ave and improved access to the nearby RTD Light Rail station. It also helps increase green signal time for Oxford Ave traffic at the Windermere St/Navajo St intersection, improving overall traffic flow.

    While the project is substantially complete, crews will remain on

    Thanks to a successful partnership between the City of Englewood, the Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor Jalisco International, the pedestrian bridge between Santa Fe Dr and Navajo St/Windermere St reached substantial completion in mid-May.

    The new bridge improves safety and connectivity along this busy corridor, providing a safer crossing for pedestrians and cyclists over Oxford Ave and improved access to the nearby RTD Light Rail station. It also helps increase green signal time for Oxford Ave traffic at the Windermere St/Navajo St intersection, improving overall traffic flow.

    While the project is substantially complete, crews will remain on site for a few additional weeks to finish landscaping work. No significant impacts to the traveling public are expected during this final phase.

    Construction on the project began in summer 2025. Its completion marks an important milestone in advancing the Englewood Walk and Wheel Plan and the Safety on the Move initiative.



  • Oxford Pedestrian Bridge Ribbon Cutting

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    Join the City of Englewood for a ribbon cutting celebration of the new Oxford Pedestrian Bridge, a key investment in safer, more connected travel.

    Spanning Oxford Avenue between Santa Fe Drive and Navajo Street/Windermere Street, the bridge improves access for people walking and biking, particularly to the nearby RTD light rail station. The project provides a safer, more convenient crossing over a busy corridor while also improving traffic flow at the intersection below.

    The event will include brief remarks from city leadership followed by the official ribbon cutting. Community members are invited to attend and experience the new bridge.

    The

    Join the City of Englewood for a ribbon cutting celebration of the new Oxford Pedestrian Bridge, a key investment in safer, more connected travel.

    Spanning Oxford Avenue between Santa Fe Drive and Navajo Street/Windermere Street, the bridge improves access for people walking and biking, particularly to the nearby RTD light rail station. The project provides a safer, more convenient crossing over a busy corridor while also improving traffic flow at the intersection below.

    The event will include brief remarks from city leadership followed by the official ribbon cutting. Community members are invited to attend and experience the new bridge.

    The ribbon cutting will take place on the north side of the bridge. Attendees are encouraged to park along Windermere Street and nearby public streets.

    Date: Wednesday, May 13
    Time: 4 p.m
    Location: Oxford Pedestrian Bridge (Oxford Ave. & Windemere St.)

  • April 2026 Update

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    Progress continues on the Oxford Pedestrian Bridge, and the bridge is expected to open in early May. Here’s the latest progress:

    • Installation of the ADA railings is expected to be completed by mid-month
    • Bridge supports and piers were recently stained
    • The green Englewood logos have been painted
    • Oxford Avenue will be restriped
    • Sprinkler irrigation repairs are underway
    • Power meter installation for the bridge lights
    • Dog park reconstruction
    • Resodding and reseeding nearby areas

    Progress continues on the Oxford Pedestrian Bridge, and the bridge is expected to open in early May. Here’s the latest progress:

    • Installation of the ADA railings is expected to be completed by mid-month
    • Bridge supports and piers were recently stained
    • The green Englewood logos have been painted
    • Oxford Avenue will be restriped
    • Sprinkler irrigation repairs are underway
    • Power meter installation for the bridge lights
    • Dog park reconstruction
    • Resodding and reseeding nearby areas

  • Windemere Street Work/Closure Feb. 23 - March 9

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    Beginning Monday, February 23, crews will start work on Windermere Street between Oxford Avenue and the Oxford–City of Sheridan Station RTD bus stop to replace the water quality inlet and restore the roadway. Windermere Street will be reduced to one lane of traffic for approximately two weeks. Flaggers will be on site to safely guide drivers through the single lane detour.

    On Thursday, February 26, this section of Windermere Street will be fully closed for the day. The closure is expected to end by Friday afternoon, when single-lane traffic will resume.

    During the full closure:

    • Motorists are encouraged to use Kalamath Street.
    • Pedestrians should use the sidewalk on the south side of Oxford Avenue.
    • The Oxford–City of Sheridan Station RTD bus stop will be closed, but the Light Rail station will remain open.

    We appreciate your patience as we complete this important milestone and move closer to finishing the project.

    Beginning Monday, February 23, crews will start work on Windermere Street between Oxford Avenue and the Oxford–City of Sheridan Station RTD bus stop to replace the water quality inlet and restore the roadway. Windermere Street will be reduced to one lane of traffic for approximately two weeks. Flaggers will be on site to safely guide drivers through the single lane detour.

    On Thursday, February 26, this section of Windermere Street will be fully closed for the day. The closure is expected to end by Friday afternoon, when single-lane traffic will resume.

    During the full closure:

    • Motorists are encouraged to use Kalamath Street.
    • Pedestrians should use the sidewalk on the south side of Oxford Avenue.
    • The Oxford–City of Sheridan Station RTD bus stop will be closed, but the Light Rail station will remain open.

    We appreciate your patience as we complete this important milestone and move closer to finishing the project.

  • Oxford Intersection Westbound Closure January 7

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    Crews will complete a bridge deck pour for the new Oxford Pedestrian Bridge over Oxford Avenue near Santa Fe Drive on Wednesday, January 7. This work will require a full closure of westbound Oxford Avenue between Santa Fe Drive and Windermere Street/Navajo Street beginning at approximately 8 a.m. The closure is expected to last about four hours.

    During this time, westbound motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to use Hampden Avenue to the north or Belleview Avenue to the south as alternate routes. Eastbound Oxford Avenue will remain open with a lane shift through the work zone.

    To stay informed and receive email notifications about future project updates, subscribe using the link on this project page.

    Crews will complete a bridge deck pour for the new Oxford Pedestrian Bridge over Oxford Avenue near Santa Fe Drive on Wednesday, January 7. This work will require a full closure of westbound Oxford Avenue between Santa Fe Drive and Windermere Street/Navajo Street beginning at approximately 8 a.m. The closure is expected to last about four hours.

    During this time, westbound motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to use Hampden Avenue to the north or Belleview Avenue to the south as alternate routes. Eastbound Oxford Avenue will remain open with a lane shift through the work zone.

    To stay informed and receive email notifications about future project updates, subscribe using the link on this project page.

  • Pedestrian Bridge Installation Scheduled for December

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    Crews are preparing to install the new Oxford Pedestrian Bridge over Oxford Avenue near Santa Fe Drive. The bridge placement is currently scheduled for the weekend of December 5–8, which will require a full closure of Oxford Avenue between Santa Fe Drive and Windermere/Navajo Street beginning at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 5, through approximately 5 a.m. on Monday, December 8.

    During this time, motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to use Hampden Avenue to the north or Belleview Avenue to the south to cross Santa Fe. The crosswalk on the east side of the intersection will remain open to cross Oxford.

    To stay informed and receive email notifications about future project updates, subscribe using the link on this project page.

    See the detour route in the Method for Handling Traffic (MHT) here.



    Crews are preparing to install the new Oxford Pedestrian Bridge over Oxford Avenue near Santa Fe Drive. The bridge placement is currently scheduled for the weekend of December 5–8, which will require a full closure of Oxford Avenue between Santa Fe Drive and Windermere/Navajo Street beginning at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 5, through approximately 5 a.m. on Monday, December 8.

    During this time, motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to use Hampden Avenue to the north or Belleview Avenue to the south to cross Santa Fe. The crosswalk on the east side of the intersection will remain open to cross Oxford.

    To stay informed and receive email notifications about future project updates, subscribe using the link on this project page.

    See the detour route in the Method for Handling Traffic (MHT) here.



  • Oxford Ave Pedestrian Bridge – Pier 2 Construction

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    Beginning Wednesday, October 15, crews on the Oxford Ave Pedestrian Bridge project will start constructing Pier 2 at the median of Oxford Ave.

    Traffic impacts:

    • Traffic will shift to the right through lanes in each direction between Santa Fe and Windermere/Navajo St.
    • Left-turn lanes from southbound Santa Fe to eastbound Oxford will be temporarily reduced to one.
    • This configuration will remain in place 24/7 for approximately four weeks.

    Drivers can still travel through the work zone, but residents are encouraged to use US 285 as an alternate route to reduce delays.

    We appreciate your patience as we work to improve pedestrian access and safety in Englewood.

    Beginning Wednesday, October 15, crews on the Oxford Ave Pedestrian Bridge project will start constructing Pier 2 at the median of Oxford Ave.

    Traffic impacts:

    • Traffic will shift to the right through lanes in each direction between Santa Fe and Windermere/Navajo St.
    • Left-turn lanes from southbound Santa Fe to eastbound Oxford will be temporarily reduced to one.
    • This configuration will remain in place 24/7 for approximately four weeks.

    Drivers can still travel through the work zone, but residents are encouraged to use US 285 as an alternate route to reduce delays.

    We appreciate your patience as we work to improve pedestrian access and safety in Englewood.

  • Oxford Pedestrian Bridge - September Progress Update

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    Significant progress was made in September on the Oxford Pedestrian Bridge! Crews successfully drilled and poured the caissons for the center piers in the median, and the foundations for both the north and south ends of the bridge were completed.

    Next up, construction will shift to the superstructure. In the coming weeks, the vertical piers will begin to rise, and support structures will take shape at both ends. The bridge itself has already been fully fabricated in Loveland, Colorado, and is ready for installation. Placement atop the completed abutments and center piers is anticipated within the next few months.

    This project will provide a safer, more connected route for pedestrians and bicyclists crossing Oxford Ave, improve access to the RTD Light Rail Station and support Englewood’s Walk and Wheel Plan and Light Rail Corridor Plan.

    Significant progress was made in September on the Oxford Pedestrian Bridge! Crews successfully drilled and poured the caissons for the center piers in the median, and the foundations for both the north and south ends of the bridge were completed.

    Next up, construction will shift to the superstructure. In the coming weeks, the vertical piers will begin to rise, and support structures will take shape at both ends. The bridge itself has already been fully fabricated in Loveland, Colorado, and is ready for installation. Placement atop the completed abutments and center piers is anticipated within the next few months.

    This project will provide a safer, more connected route for pedestrians and bicyclists crossing Oxford Ave, improve access to the RTD Light Rail Station and support Englewood’s Walk and Wheel Plan and Light Rail Corridor Plan.

  • Oxford Ave Pedestrian Bridge – Lane Closures 9/3-9/4

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    On Wednesday, September 3, and Thursday, September 4, crews on the Oxford Avenue Pedestrian Bridge project will be placing the caisson under Pier 2 in the median. A caisson is a large, strong structure placed in the ground to support the bridge pier above it. This work will require the following temporary changes:

    • Inside (left) lanes in both directions will be closed between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. each day.

    • Outside (right) lanes will remain open for eastbound and westbound traffic.

    • Traffic may be held periodically for up to 10 minutes to move equipment in and out of the work

    On Wednesday, September 3, and Thursday, September 4, crews on the Oxford Avenue Pedestrian Bridge project will be placing the caisson under Pier 2 in the median. A caisson is a large, strong structure placed in the ground to support the bridge pier above it. This work will require the following temporary changes:

    • Inside (left) lanes in both directions will be closed between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. each day.

    • Outside (right) lanes will remain open for eastbound and westbound traffic.

    • Traffic may be held periodically for up to 10 minutes to move equipment in and out of the work zone. Drivers are encouraged to use Hampden Avenue as an alternate route to avoid delays.

    Sidewalks and Driveways:

    • All sidewalks, side streets, and driveway access will remain open.

    We appreciate your patience as we continue to make progress on this important project.



Page last updated: 10 Jun 2026, 11:36 AM