UPDATE: The work on the project will now require closure of Peaceful Valley Road on both the west and east side of Marksheffel Road. We appreciate your patience as the City of Colorado Springs works to improve safety and traffic movements at this intersection.

February 5, 2026 – The City of Colorado Springs will begin construction of a new traffic signal at the Marksheffel Road and Peaceful Valley Road intersection next week to improve safety and allow traffic movements in all directions from all four intersection legs.

As part of the project, sections of Peaceful Valley Road will be fully closed to the west and east sides of Marksheffel Road for approximately six to eight weeks. The closure will remain in place until the new traffic signal is fully operational. Eastbound Peaceful Valley Road, east of Marksheffel Road, will remain open throughout construction and will not be affected.

A map showing the closure area and detour routes is attached for reference.
Closure Details
  • Location (west of Marksheffel Road): Peaceful Valley Road between Marksheffel Road and Pennycress Drive
  • Location (east of Marksheffel Road): Peaceful Valley Road between Marksheffel Road and 9355 Peaceful Valley Road
  • Duration: Approximately 6–8 weeks, beginning next week
Detour Information
Drivers needing access to Marksheffel Road from Peaceful Valley Road are encouraged to use:
  • Poa Annua Street to the north, or
  • Mesa Ridge Parkway to the south
Access on both sides of the intersection will be maintained via these alternate routes.

Safety Reminders

Motorists traveling near the construction area are reminded to:

  • Reduce speeds in and around the work zone
  • Watch for workers, equipment, signs, and barricades

For more information or questions about the project, contact the El Paso County Department of Public Works at 719-520-7851 or email dotweb@elpasoco.com.

Map showing road closures on Peaceful Valley Road on the east and west sides of Marksheffel Road