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Published on June 10, 2026
A roundabout is coming to the intersection of Weld County Road (WCR) 50 and WCR 13 — Larimer County Road 1 and Larimer County Road 14. Last week, The Weld County Board of Commissioners entered into an into an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Johnstown. The town will contribute just over $2.6 million toward the $14 million project.
“Safety and efficiency are priorities when we build roundabouts, but they do have a significant cost,” said Jason Maxey, Weld County Commissioner Pro Tem. “We’re pleased to have Johnstown’s support as well as support of others to help offset the cost of an enhancement we believe will be beneficial for many years.”
Other project partners include:
The roundabout at the intersection at WCR 50 and WCR 13 will be big enough for large trucks and agricultural equipment, and its driving surface will be made of concrete. This feature helps county roundabouts last 30 years without the need for major repairs. Approximately 7,500 vehicles pass through the intersection daily. The roundabout is being built to increase safety and efficiency by reducing the likelihood of accidents.
“This intersection sees heavy use, and that’s likely to continue,” said Kevin Ross, Weld County Commissioner and Coordinator of Public Works. “A roundabout is the best safety enhancement to meet current and future demand.”
Design of the roundabout planned for WCR 50 and WCR 13 is complete. Construction is expected to begin next year and be completed by an outside contractor.