The East Colfax BRT Project was developed to meet the increasing demand for transit travel along Denver’s busiest corridor and to support the region’s future growth with safe, affordable, and equitable mobility. With population and employment expected to increase significantly through 2040, weekday ridership on East Colfax is projected to rise by as much as 40 percent, yet the corridor is already operating near capacity during peak hours. Its limited right-of-way leaves little room for expansion, and without major improvements, congestion and delays will only worsen, threatening reliability for the thousands of people who depend on Colfax transit every day. This project addresses these challenges with a faster, more reliable, and more accessible transit service that strengthens transportation connections throughout the region and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by enabling more non-motorized trips. It also advances Denver’s Vision Zero initiative, making the corridor safer for pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and transit riders. Beyond transportation benefits, this project supports long-term economic vitality, encouraging future investment in the corridor, and expanding placemaking opportunities.

• Envision Rating: Silver

• Envision Award Date: July 29, 2025

• Envision Version: v3

• Project Owner: City and County of Denver

• Project Sector: Transportation

• Project Type: Road

• Lead Envision Firm: Parsons