By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning, and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Additional information on fire restrictions stages can be located at the Douglas County Emergency Management website.
August 20, 2025
Pictured at US 85 ribbon-cutting event: Ellie Reynolds, President and CEO of Douglas County Economic Development Corporation; Commissioner Kevin Van Winkle; Commissioner Abe Laydon; Eric Rysner, Highlands Ranch Metro District Board; Mike McNish, Kraemer North…
Pictured at US 85 ribbon-cutting event: Ellie Reynolds, President and CEO of Douglas County Economic…
Read MoreAugust 8, 2025
We are planning for the future—and your voice is a critical part of the process. The 2050 Transportation Plan is a forward-looking effort to create a smarter, safer, and more connected transportation system across Douglas…
We are planning for the future—and your voice is a critical part of the process.…
Read MoreJuly 18, 2025
If you drive US 85, you know the “gap” that still needs to be widened between Sedalia and Castle Rock. On Thursday, July 17, the full U.S. House Appropriations Committee passed a bill including $500,000…
If you drive US 85, you know the “gap” that still needs to be widened…
Read MoreJuly 14, 2025
From wildfire-fighting helicopters to upgraded stormwater systems that reduce flooding, public safety is always a top priority in Douglas County. That’s why crews will begin critical repairs to Lincoln Avenue between Stonegate Parkway and Keystone…
From wildfire-fighting helicopters to upgraded stormwater systems that reduce flooding, public safety is always a…
Read MoreMay 5, 2025
Good news first: the US 85 Widening Project is in its final phases of construction and is expected to be completed later this year. Yet, as crews work to safely finish construction, there are significant…
Good news first: the US 85 Widening Project is in its final phases of construction…
Read MoreApril 25, 2025
If Hilltop Road in Parker is a regular part of your commute, please give yourself extra time to navigate upcoming construction. The week of April 28, Douglas County will begin work to improve road quality,…
If Hilltop Road in Parker is a regular part of your commute, please give yourself…
Read MoreApril 21, 2025
When you roll up to a work zone, it’s natural to feel a little frustrated. No one likes unexpected delays. Annual spring and summer roadwork is underway in Douglas County, and we want everyone to…
When you roll up to a work zone, it’s natural to feel a little frustrated.…
Read MoreApril 9, 2025
If you walk or bike regionally, we have good news. You will soon be using the highly anticipated C-470 Trail and High Line Canal Trail underpasses beneath US 85, a major milestone in Douglas County’s…
If you walk or bike regionally, we have good news. You will soon be using…
Read MoreApril 8, 2025
If you travel on Hess Road between I-25 and Parker, plan for delays while crews repair a bridge beginning Monday, April 14, 2025. Over 90 days, crews will upgrade portions of the current bridge and…
If you travel on Hess Road between I-25 and Parker, plan for delays while crews…
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