Longmont drivers and neighbors along Atwood Street face temporary access changes as the city continues its railroad quiet-zone work. A Nov. 6 notice put the start of construction at the northwest corners of Fourth and Sixth Avenues on Nov. 12, with roughly a week of work expected.
Between Fourth and Fifth Avenues, the southbound side west of the tracks is to become two-way for local access, with flaggers helping residents enter and leave through Fifth Avenue. Between Sixth and Longs Peak Avenues, southbound Atwood is to close while northbound traffic stays open. The city suggested Collyer or Baker streets as alternate routes.
Corner sidewalks and curb ramps will also close, requiring people walking or cycling to use nearby crossings. Restrictions are expected to stay in place around the clock, even though crews plan daytime work. Weather and coordination with BNSF Railway can change the schedule. Separate December crossing closures were still to receive advance notice.
