VAN BIBBER PARK & GREENWAY
VAN BIBBER PARK & GREENWAY
Current Project Phase: Design Phase
Current Project Timeline: Construction Completion – 2027 (approximate)
Jefferson County Open Space Van Bibber Park Page: https://www.jeffco.us/1432/Van-Bibber-Park
Project email address for any inquires: VBP@jeffco.us
– PROJECT INFORMATION –
VAN BIBBER PARK AND GREENWAY
Van Bibber Park currently offers visitors mountain vistas from soft-surface trails that meander through open meadows and a 1.5-mile concrete trail that travels the length of the park and offers access to a wide range of visitor types. This project will extend the existing trail system by creating a new trail segment continuing west from the Van Bibber Park – Indiana Trailhead, located between W 56th Drive and W 55th Drive in the Golden/Arvada area, and connecting into the Fairmount Trail near W 57th Ave near North Table Mountain Park. This new east-west trail segment will be just under two miles long.
This project was highlighted in Goal 9 of the JCOS 2020-2025 Conservation Greenprint (JPEG), as an opportunity to connect visitors to 24 miles of trails in Van Bibber and North Table Mountain Parks as well as the Fairmount Trail. This project also supports Goal 8 of the Conservation Greenprint, which provides more equitable and easy access to greenspace within a 10-minute walk or drive from home. The trail connection will provide healthy, nature-based experiences, such as birding, walking, cycling, equestrian use, and running, similar to those currently enjoyed at Van Bibber Park. Once completed, this trail connection will also provide a sustainable multimodal opportunity for commuting and access to other regional trails and open spaces.
Construction on this trail is expected to begin as soon as 2025 and continue for approximately two years. The project timeline is largely subject to the design approval and agreements with local, state, and federal entities, as well as weather conditions, private encroachments, and seasonal restrictions for construction. For safety, the project area will be closed to the public until completion.
PROJECT GRAPHICS
Croke Canal Rendering
Van Bibber Trail Perspective
AGENCIES AND PARTNERS
Prospect Recreation and Park District, APEX Park and Recreation District, Jefferson County Transportation and Engineering, Jefferson County Planning and Zoning, Mile High Flood District, Xcel Energy, Denver Water, North Table Water and Sanitation District, Farmers Reservoir & Irrigation Company, Farmers Highline Canal, and Church Ditch Water Authority.
THE DESIGN BUILD TEAM
Naranjo Civil Constructors (Civil Contractor), ICON Engineering (Design Engineer), and Valerian (Landscape Architect)
Naranjo Civil Constructors, ICON Engineering, and Valerian share the same values as Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) on the project delivery approach. We make every effort to provide high-quality designs and exceptional finished products. Our Design-Build Team involves trust and clear communication with each other and with our clients, which ultimately adds strength and value to this project. Providing functional, safe, interesting and cost-effective project solutions is what we strive for. Our Design-Build Team is committed to serve JCOS with the highest level of professional services on this important trail extension project that will provide trail connectivity and offer opportunities for visitors to experience the agricultural heritage and natural benefits of the Van Bibber Creek Corridor.