New public works facility coming to Idaho Springs

BY CHRIS KOEBERL CKOEBERL@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

e new public works building in Idaho Springs will be approximately 90 feet by 50 feet with four truck bays and a section that has a second oor for o ces, meeting and storage, according to city plans.

It will also include a covered structure for storage of salt and sand and space for parking vehicles and equipment.

Heavy equipment is already moving dirt to make way for the facility at 980 East Idaho Springs Road. e estimated cost of construction is $3,248,878, according to city planning. e new building will replace the current public works facility on West Colorado Boulevard. e facility is expected to open in the spring of 2024.