The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) initiated this US 24 PEL Study to examine existing transportation conditions and anticipated problem areas along the US 24 corridor in El Paso County between Powers Boulevard and the Town of Ramah. The study identified and screened a reasonable range of potential transportation improvements to develop an implementation plan for projects to meet the operational, safety, and capacity needs along the corridor. The study was conducted following Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) PEL guidance regarding the integration of transportation planning and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process, which encourages the use of planning studies to provide information for incorporation into future NEPA documents.
The Front Range Foothills design segment begins the accent to the Rocky Mountains from the eastern plains and the Denver metropolitan area. Significant features comprise of the hogback, scenic views including to the Continental Divide, Clear Creek, access to local and regional recreational opportunities, and communities and residential areas. The Front Range Foothills design segment contains one Area of Special Attention (ASA) at Floyd Hill.