Project Status

The City of Flagstaff and their team, Peak Engineering and Banicki Construction, are currently working to finalize the design of the JW Powell Extension Project, with final design expected by fall 2026. The team anticipates hosting a community meeting in summer 2026. Further notification will be provided before this community meeting, as well as prior to construction commencing. This meeting will give you the opportunity to learn more of the project elements, review the construction schedule, meet the project team and answer any questions you may have.

Project Details

The project consists of extending present day JW Powell Boulevard from its current terminus, just east of Lone Tree Road to Fourth Street. This new extension will feature one lane in each direction with a center median and 4.5-foot on-street bicycle lanes, as well as a 10-foot wide FUTS trail along one side of the roadway for pedestrian and bicycle use. This new extension will create a vital connection within the City’s transportation system. Note that the City is only responsible for building the middle portion of this new extension (shown on the map in red), with the remaining sections built by others via agreements with the City.

Upcoming Construction Activities

Starting in mid-May, Banicki Construction crews will be on-site to clear trees and vegetation and install erosion control measures throughout the City’s portion of the extension project. After this work is complete, work will pause while final design is finished. Construction will resume in 2026 and be completed in fall 2028

Please be aware of construction crews using the existing JW Powell Boulevard and potentially Herold Ranch Road for access, as well as noise and construction equipment throughout the area. Herold Ranch Road will remain open during construction. Access to River Valley Road, Forestdale Road and Ash Lane will remain as it is today. Please remain alert and drive safely.