Church Street Closed From Church and Convent to East Animas Street

A city advisory announced that Church Street was closed beginning at and including the intersection of Church and Convent and remained closed in its entirety to the easterly side of Animas Street for construction work. The closure began on February 2, 2026, and the advisory included a map to clarify the affected block.

The closure directly affected motorists, delivery drivers, and residents who rely on Church Street as a route into the downtown corridor. Businesses along and near the closed segment saw changes in customer access and loading patterns, while pedestrians encountered altered walkways and posted construction controls. The advisory did not specify a reopening date, leaving timing for completion dependent on the ongoing work and follow-up notices from city officials.

Municipal crews carried out the construction that prompted the closure, and the advisory served as the city's primary public notice to explain the limits of the work zone. By closing the full block from the Church and Convent intersection to the easterly side of Animas Street, the city created a single, contiguous work area intended to limit short-term disruptions over a longer contiguous span rather than piecemeal interruptions.

The immediate impacts were practical and local. Drivers needed to reroute around the closure, which changed traffic patterns on parallel streets and increased travel time for some commutes. Commercial delivery schedules required adjustment, and residents who typically park or drive on Church Street had to seek alternative spaces. For those visiting nearby businesses or institutions, the city's map helped identify alternate pedestrian access points and suggested detour routes.

For Las Animas County residents, the closure highlights how needed infrastructure work can ripple through daily life in a small community. Downtown businesses and regular travelers are advised to allow extra time, plan alternate routes, and follow posted signs and worker instructions in the work zone. The city's advisory remains the best place to check for updates and the map showing the closed segment.

What comes next is dependent on progress at the site and further notices from city officials. Residents and visitors should monitor municipal communications for reopening information and any temporary parking or access changes. Expect altered traffic patterns near Church Street for the duration of the project and plan accordingly to avoid delays when navigating the downtown area.