Denver Water is looking into relocating most of our operations buildings to a new campus in the Elyria-Swansea neighborhood. This would support the Denver Broncos’ interest in building a new stadium in the Burnham Yard area, where Denver Water’s current operating facilities are located.
While there is no final agreement in place, if the properties located at 40th Avenue and Clayton Street are determined to be the future home of our operations buildings, we’re committed to engaging with the community as a partner and neighbor.
Beginning mid-December 2025, you may notice some activity at the property on the corner of 40th Avenue and Clayton Street. As part of our investigations into this being Denver Water’s future home, our work and presence in the area is expected to continue.
Questions? Email WaterUDoing@denverwater.org.
During our initial assessment of the property, we discovered small pieces of old concrete debris on the grounds that contain traces of paint with asbestos. This material appears to be left behind from past activity on the site, long before our ownership. Although we did not cause this condition, we want to assure you that we are taking full responsibility for addressing it safely, carefully and transparently.
In December 2025 and through February 2026, you may notice workers on the property conducting a controlled removal and cleanup of these materials. This work will be performed by licensed environmental professionals who follow all state and federal health and safety regulations.
We want to be absolutely clear: there is no risk of asbestos exposure to neighbors or the surrounding community during this activity. The material will be handled in a manner that prevents it from becoming airborne. Protective measures will be in place throughout the entire process to ensure everyone’s safety.
This is the first step in the process to prepare the site for potential future construction. As new members of this community, transparency, safety and respect are our top priorities. We are committed to being good neighbors and to ensuring that all work on the site is conducted responsibly and in partnership with the people who live closest to it.