Golden, Colo.—The nationwide Engineering and Public Works Roadshow stopped today in Golden, Colo., to celebrate the engineering design and development of the Clear Creek Canyon Gateway Segment. The importance of Clear Creek Canyon to the community has been on display over the last week as crews worked to successfully contain the Golta fire. Watch the full event here.
The event included remarks from U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen, Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper, and executives from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), the American Public Works Association (APWA), and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) participated.
U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen praised the engineering and public works efforts that brought the project to fruition. “The attention to detail and care that went into this project – whether it was for shady spaces or new drinking fountains – is what makes it so special to our community,” said Representative Pettersen.
The Clear Creek Canyon Gateway Segment was chosen as a Roadshow stop for its creative engineering, which transformed challenging terrain into a beautiful, accessible benefit to the community. Importantly, the project accounted for environmental considerations, including protecting federally endangered species and natural resources.
The event focused on the essential role of engineering and public works in communities, its importance in our everyday lives, and encouraging the next generation of students to consider public works and engineering careers.
“Engineering makes our communities safer, more accessible, and more sustainable for future generations,” said ACEC Board Vice Chair Elizabeth Stolfus. “Clear Creek Canyon’s new gateway segment is an example of how we can protect our environment while making it possible for everyone to enjoy it.”
“Today is an excellent example of advocacy, telling our story. If you want to make a difference and advance the quality of life for all, a career in public works or engineering is a wonderful option,” said APWA Director Laura Kroger, executive director of the Mile High Flood District. “Engineering and public works are valuable to society, as we are seeing today with the project we are celebrating.”
“The Clear Creek Canyon Park Gateway Segment is an example of engineering projects that we hope will inspire students and young professionals to join the next generation of engineers,” said Sarah Klarich, Government Outreach Chair, Denver Branch of ASCE. “The innovative construction techniques, focus on environmental responsibility and ensuring this trail is accessible to everyone are part of what makes this project so special.”
ACEC recognized Muller Engineering with a Grand Award at its 2023 Engineering Excellence Awards for the project.
The Engineering and Public Works Roadshow will make its next stop from September 11-13 in Winston-Salem, NC, as it participates in the 2024 Great Trails State Conference.
About APWA
The American Public Works Association is a not-for-profit, international organization of 32,000 members involved in the field of public works. APWA serves its members by promoting professional excellence and public awareness through education, advocacy, and the exchange of knowledge. Headquartered in Kansas City, MO, APWA also operates a government affairs office in Washington, D.C., and guides 62 chapters and 97 branches throughout North America.
Mark Shade
APWA Government Affairs Media Manager
(202) 218-6736
mshade@apwa.org
