High Line Canal Underpasses

These projects will improve the connection of the High Line Canal Trail in Denver and neighboring areas, creating a safer environment for pedestrians and cyclists.


Yale Roadway Improvements at Holly

Project Status: Planning, Design and Pre-Construction - Construction is anticipated to begin in 2025.

E. Yale Avenue is a critical east-west arterial in southeast Denver, crossing through and serving City and County of Denver (CCD) and Arapahoe County residents. Yale Avenue near the E. Yale Avenue/S. Holly Street intersection experiences significant congestion and the traffic signal infrastructure is dated. The High Line Canal Trail is a major regional trail facility used for both recreation and commuting that crosses Yale Avenue just west of the E. Yale Avenue/S. Holly Street intersection without a safe connection. Improvements are needed to provide safe and convenient travel for all types of travelers.

Project Area Map for High Line Canal Trail Underpass East Yale Avenue Roadway Improvements

Yale Roadway Improvements at Holly Project Website


Mississippi/Parker

Project Status: This project was completed in December 2023.

The City and County of Denver’s Department of Transportation & Infrastructure has completed the majority of the High Line Canal Trail Underpass Project at Parker Road and Mississippi Avenue.  This new connection offers users a safer alternative to the previous trail which had pedestrians crossing at the busy intersection of Mississippi Avenue and Parker Road.

Project area for High Line Canal Underpass - Mississippi/Parker

Proposed Designs, Details, Materials

Colorado/Hampden

Project Status: Two underpasses at Colorado and Hampden opened to the public in June 2021.

Project area for High Line Canal Underpass - Colorado/Hampden

Proposed Designs, Details, Materials