A growing county in the Denver metro area is planning for how residents will get around in the next 25 years, and asking for public input.

"It's the blood that keeps our county moving, transportation, and we need to be wise about it," said Douglas County Commissioner Kevin Van Winkle.

Douglas County's population, nearly 400,000 today, is expected to grow 16% by 2050.

"In 2050, we're projecting some serious congestion in Douglas County with the continued growth," said Van Winkle.

Douglas County Commissioner Kevin Van Winkle CBS

It's why the county is planning ahead for major transportation investments and asking neighbors to weigh in.

"We're looking 25 years into the future as to where we want our roads and bridges and bike trails and everything to be in the year 2050," Van Winkle

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