Fort Collins-loveland Water District Begins Waterline Installation Project on Horsetooth Road

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Fort Collins-Loveland Water District (FCLWD) announced the temporary closure of the westbound lanes of Horsetooth Road from Colony Drive to Shields Street beginning Friday, Aug.16, 2024, as waterline installation gets underway for phase two of a critical capital improvement project.  

As part of the district’s ongoing system improvements, this 1.6-mile section is the continuation of an eight-mile, multi-phase project designed to ensure access to high-quality, reliable water for generations to come. This is the second phase of the Zone 5 Project, which started construction in early June 2024 and is expected to be completed by early September. With the installation of a new 24-inch waterline,  the Zone 5 Project will increase hydraulic capacity and improve overall system performance and reliability.  

Understanding these projects can be an inconvenience, FCLWD is dedicated to completing installation quickly and efficiently to minimize impact. Access to residences and businesses will be maintained for each phase, but drivers may need to use alternate routes and allow extra time for commuting. FCLWD  

does not anticipate any interruption to water services, but if an interruption is necessary, residents will be notified via a door hanger 24 hours in advance.  

Maps and more information on the Zone 5 Project can be found here: fclwd.com/water/construction projects/. For non-media-related questions, please contact Carlos Medina at [email protected] or  970.226.3104 ext. 121. 

About the Fort Collins – Loveland Water District 

The Fort Collins–Loveland Water District has provided water treatment services to businesses and citizens since 1961. The District serves approximately 60,000 people in an area that encompasses approximately 60 square miles in part of Fort Collins, Loveland, Timnath, Windsor, and Larimer County.  Governed by an elected Board of Directors, the District provides the full spectrum of high-quality and dependable water treatment. For additional information about the District, its services, and projects, visit www.fclwd.com.  

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