Aurora Reservoir Access Road Study

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Conceptual design work for Alternative 5 paused

As of July 2026, the city has paused the conceptual design work on Alternative 5 while we consider public input and reevaluate possible alternatives. View the news feed post for more information.

Background

The city of Aurora conducted a study in 2025 to explore options for improved access to the Aurora Reservoir

The study focused on developing a new access road that accommodates current and future traffic projections while also providing pedestrian and bicycle connections to the reservoir.

The project's goal is to significantly improve the reservoir's infrastructure, support its facilities and operations, and ensure it can handle high traffic volumes during peak times, special events and holidays.

The city reviewed traffic information and developed and evaluated concepts for potential roadway alignments during the study and reached out to the community for input, which included an open house and online survey, on five proposed roadway access options under consideration.

The city had initially selected Alternative 5 in March 2026 for consideration to move forward to conceptual design. This alignment was initially selected because it takes into consideration existing topography, community input, impacts to surrounding neighborhoods and environmental resources to ensure sustainability while remaining cost-effective. View the final alternatives decision matrix.

After the city received additional feedback regarding Alternative 5, Ward VI Council Member Françoise Bergan hosted a Neighborhood Listening Session to provide additional information on this project, answer questions and listen to input, which resulted in this period of reevaluation.

Conceptual design work for Alternative 5 paused

As of July 2026, the city has paused the conceptual design work on Alternative 5 while we consider public input and reevaluate possible alternatives. View the news feed post for more information.

Background

The city of Aurora conducted a study in 2025 to explore options for improved access to the Aurora Reservoir

The study focused on developing a new access road that accommodates current and future traffic projections while also providing pedestrian and bicycle connections to the reservoir.

The project's goal is to significantly improve the reservoir's infrastructure, support its facilities and operations, and ensure it can handle high traffic volumes during peak times, special events and holidays.

The city reviewed traffic information and developed and evaluated concepts for potential roadway alignments during the study and reached out to the community for input, which included an open house and online survey, on five proposed roadway access options under consideration.

The city had initially selected Alternative 5 in March 2026 for consideration to move forward to conceptual design. This alignment was initially selected because it takes into consideration existing topography, community input, impacts to surrounding neighborhoods and environmental resources to ensure sustainability while remaining cost-effective. View the final alternatives decision matrix.

After the city received additional feedback regarding Alternative 5, Ward VI Council Member Françoise Bergan hosted a Neighborhood Listening Session to provide additional information on this project, answer questions and listen to input, which resulted in this period of reevaluation.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Aurora Reservoir Access Road Study Survey / Estudio de la vía de acceso al embalse de Aurora

    The city of Aurora is conducting a study to explore options for improved access to the Aurora Reservoir. The study is focused on developing a new access road that accommodates current and future traffic projections while also providing pedestrian and bicycle connections to the reservoir. Your input is important as we evaluate the potential roadway access options.

    La ciudad de Aurora está realizando un estudio para explorar opciones para mejorar el acceso al embalse de Aurora. El estudio se centra en el desarrollo de una nueva carretera de acceso que se adapte a las proyecciones de tráfico actuales y futuras, mientras que también conecte a peatones y bicicletas al embalse. Su opinión es importante para ayudarnos a evaluar las posibles opciones de acceso a la carretera.

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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    The city has selected Alternative 5 as the preferred alternative. Do you have any additional comments to share with the project team?

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