The City of Littleton is embarking on a significant Elati Street Corridor Study throughout 2025, focusing on transforming Elati Street into a safer and more accommodating space for all modes of transportation.
Spanning approximately 2.5 miles, Elati Street serves as a vital north-south route in Littleton, extending from north of Littleton Boulevard to the High Line Canal.
Primarily set within a residential area, the corridor provides essential access to three public schools, numerous parks, and trails, which are critical to the community.
Shane Roberts, project manager for the City of Littleton, emphasized the importance of community input in the project.
“The City of Littleton wants to make sure we are hearing from the community that uses Elati Street,” he stated.
Roberts pointed out that the area is essential for many residents, particularly students and their families, and the proposed improvements aim to reflect their needs and enhance their overall experience using the corridor.
The Elati Street study is part of Littleton’s larger Safer Streets program, designed to prioritize safety enhancements and improve various transportation methods, including walking, biking, rolling, and driving.
Designated as a “neighborhood connector” in the city’s Transportation Master Plan, Elati Street is recognized as a pedestrian and bike priority street, a designation that underscores its significance for local connectivity and non-motorized transit.
To gather feedback from residents, a self-guided online meeting was conducted, available until June 30.
This online resource provided residents the opportunity to learn more about the study and share their insights on specific areas of concern along the corridor.
The website included data on the most hazardous intersections, highlighting incidents from December 2019 to December 2024.
Significant intersections included Caley Avenue and Elati Street with four recorded crashes, Littleton Boulevard and Elati Street with three, and Euclid Avenue and Elati Street also experiencing three crashes.
Participants in the online meeting could leave comments on a map, indicating their experiences and perceptions regarding safety, walkability, and bike facilities.
They were able to classify their experiences by mode of transport — identifying whether it works well, needs improvement, or feels unsafe.
Parking and drainage concerns along Elati Street were also open for ranking.
Out of the 52 total comments received, 27 addressed areas where residents felt transportation challenges existed, particularly at the northernmost end of Elati Street near Littleton Boulevard.
Three specific comments highlighted unsafe conditions for both pedestrians and drivers at this intersection.
Additionally, 15 comments indicated aspects that require improvements, including concerns regarding the roundabout at Arapahoe Road and Elati Street.
Notably, six comments provided positive feedback on areas that worked well for walking, biking, and driving.
One highlight included the crosswalk on Elati Street connecting to the Lee Gulch Trail path, noted for its effective design.
The entire study will unfold in four primary phases, starting with the online public feedback phase.
The subsequent phases include the development and evaluation of possible alternatives, identification of short-term improvements for immediate benefits, and ongoing collaboration with the community as plans progress.
Residents are encouraged to stay engaged and share their thoughts, with opportunities for updates and participation available through the study’s website.
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