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Weekly Construction Update, Dec. 15
Primary Contact: Leonard Sandoval, Town of Vail Construction Area Coordinator
970-390-4677 or 970-479-2198; lsandoval@vail.gov
Featured Projects
Dobson Arena Remodel
Ongoing efforts remain strong with event level masonry walls climbing in the east side of the arena. Structural steel – for large spectator seating - installation continues. Crews continue working on the south interior structure beginning on the concourse level and crews are also pushing forward with NW mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) underground as well as MEP within the framed walls in the east locker rooms. Crews have tightened up construction barriers and expect there will be no full-road closures through the ski season. The project is scheduled to be completed in the fall 2026. Contractor is Hyder McHugh Construction. Town of Vail contact is John King, 970-376-0949.
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Timber Ridge Village
Work continues on setting modular units for the fifth building (Building D). Other work includes the installation of Building A car lifts and exterior doors, ongoing siding, masonry and painting for Buildings A, F, and B, and continued framing and sheathing for the roof on Building G. Lions Ridge Loop between Savoy Villas and Moraine Drive remains closed for the installation of permanent rockfall mitigation fence above the project. During the public safety closure, the Lions Ridge Loop bus route will operate as an out-and-back route from the Vail Transportation Center (VTC) to the Grand Traverse bus stop. The Simba Run and Sandstone bus stops on the east side will be served only by the Sandstone Route. The Timber Ridge Village housing project consists of a 302-unit multifamily complex. Building A is planned for completion in December 2025 with the entire project planned for completion in Fall 2026. More information on the development and housing units can be found at www.timberridgevail.com. The developer is Triumph Development West, Coleman Wise, 970-401-5304. The site excavating contractor is Schofield Construction, Joe Haugen, 970-210-0020. The site construction contractor is Jack Hughes, Shaw Construction, 970-471-0448. Town of Vail contact is Leonard Sandoval, 970-390-4677.
Southface Vail (formerly West Middle Creek) Housing Development, 351 N. Frontage Road
Crews continue to make steady progress on material excavation, soil nail wall drilling, and wall spray facing. Excavation and drilling start for the next levels of both the building soil nail wall and the bus stop soil nail wall. All activities for the Southface project are focused on site and utility work in preparation for next year’s construction season. Shaw Construction contact is John Payne, 303-350-1373. Town of Vail contact is Jason Dietz, 970-479-2145.
Gore Creek Promenade Renewal
Construction work is completed for the fall 2025 season. The park areas remain closed pending adequate snowpack on the uneven surfaces. Ice sculptures will return in January. Construction on this project is expected to resume in mid-April with a goal of completing the project in late June. The goal of the project is to address significant wear and tear in the popular park while improving park deficiencies such as lack of seating, improving access to Gore Creek, and ensuring the park is accessible for those with a disability or mobility impairment. The final completion date for the project will be June 26, 2026. Town of Vail contact is Gregg Barrie, 970-479-2337.
Here’s a recap of other construction projects currently underway in Vail.
Vail Village
The 62, 278 Hanson Ranch Road (formerly Los Amigos)
With scaffolding set up next to the building, work continues on north side to install windows. Work includes complete renovation of the existing restaurant and prep kitchen and landscaping. Work is focused on interior work and new construction. Work will be ongoing through the winter months. Deliveries of materials will occur on Hanson Ranch Road/top of Bridge Street, morning hours only during the winter months as needed with Right-of-Way Permit approval only. All work is currently contained within the construction fence. The contractor is RA Nelson, Jonny Cohen, 970-471-9258.
816 Forest Road Entry Bridge
Work on the Forest Road duplexes continues, including the footers and building foundations, new access road and retaining walls. Approval has been granted for the use of the lower lot for staging materials and equipment. General Contractor is Mexamer Construction Group, Matt Anderson, 970-471-3459. Town of Vail contact is Leonard Sandoval, 970-390-4677.
Work on the Red Lion elevator consists of adding a new two-story residential elevator for second level units and expanding existing stairs at the entry of the vestibule. Contractor is Domoplex, Miguel Mendoza, 970-366-8512. Town of Vail contact is Leonard Sandoval, 970-390-4677.
Outlying
Ford Park Bollard Installation Project
The Town of Vail hired Hallmark Inc. to install two retractable bollards and two fixed bollards at the top of East Betty Ford Way to control vehicular access and protect the pedestrian area. This project acts as a pilot/test project for retractable bollards within Vail. Installation of the bollards is complete. Work remains commissioning and testing of the retractable bollards. The contractor is Hallmark, Inc of Denver. Town of Vail contact is Tom Kassmel, 970-479-2235.
I-70 News
I-70 West Vail Pass Auxiliary Lanes Project
The project is in winter hiatus and will resume for a final expected construction season in spring 2026. No lane closures are expected during the winter break, though minor work may take place away from the roadway. Note: the Vail Pass recreation path is not regularly maintained during the winter season. Regular maintenance will resume in the spring.
Mountain Corridor: Golden to the Utah Border
New this winter season, CDOT has launched an online hub dedicated to the I-70 Mountain Corridor—a one-stop resource for winter driving information, road conditions, and tips for smooth, safe mountain travel. This resource brings together the best tools from COtrip.org and the COtrip Planner app in one centralized location: codot.gov/i70mountain.
Anticipated Future Projects
- First Bank, 17 Vail Road
- East Lionshead Residence, 534 E. Lionshead Circle
Online Community Development Portal
Customers of the Community Development Department have access to a 24/7 online portal to submit applications for contractor registration and construction-related permits. The portal, at http://vail.onlinegovt.com/ also accepts planning applications for review by the Design Review Board and Planning Environmental Commission. In addition, residents can access the citizen portal to submit a code enforcement request or check to see the status of any permit activity in their neighborhood. To view frequently asked questions, visit http://www.vail.gov/online-services.
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