Colorado Springs, Colorado – Construction at a key eastern Colorado Springs intersection will close Peaceful Valley Road on both sides of Marksheffel Road, disrupting local traffic patterns next week.
According to El Paso County officials, the City of Colorado Springs is installing a new traffic signal at the Marksheffel Road and Peaceful Valley Road intersection to improve safety and traffic flow. The updated construction plan now requires a full closure of Peaceful Valley Road both east and west of Marksheffel Road during the work.
County officials said the closure is necessary to allow crews to complete signal installation and related roadway improvements safely. The project is designed to enable traffic movement in all four directions once the signal becomes operational, addressing long-standing congestion and safety concerns at the intersection.
Peaceful Valley Road will be closed west of Marksheffel Road to Pennycress Drive, with access restricted during active construction. Drivers traveling through the area should expect detours and increased travel times, particularly during peak commuting hours.
The intersection is located near residential neighborhoods and Valley Christian Academy, increasing the likelihood of traffic impacts for families, students, and staff during school commute times. Officials are urging drivers to plan alternate routes and allow extra time.
El Paso County Department of Public Works stated that the project reflects ongoing efforts to improve roadway safety as traffic volumes continue to increase along the Marksheffel Road corridor. Motorists are encouraged to monitor county updates for changes to the closure schedule or traffic control plans.
An updated map and additional project details are available through El Paso County’s official website.
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