CDOT begins resurfacing Wadsworth from I-70 to 65th Avenue

The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor Brannan Sand & Gravel recently kicked off a resurfacing project along Wadsworth Boulevard in Arvada from the Interstate 70 interchange to 65th Avenue. Work includes day and nighttime operations to repave the road and the I-70 on and off-ramps at Wadsworth, which will improve safety and the driving experience along this 2.5-mile stretch.

Other improvements include:

• Bringing curb ramps to Americans with Disabilities (ADA) compliance
• Installing a median at Wadsworth Blvd & 62nd Ave
• Upgrading vehicle detection systems at all traffic signals within the project limits
• Replacing the expansion joint for the bridge over Ralston Creek
• New pavement markings

Travel Impacts

• Single lane closures will be in effect during daytime hours Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Double-lane closure will be in effect during nighttime working hours from 6 p.m. – 6 a.m. Sundays through Thursdays. One lane of traffic will remain open during nighttime work.
• No weekend work is anticipated. 
• On and off-ramps will occasionally be closed for resurfacing during overnight hours. Please follow the detour signs to navigate around the area when closures are in effect.
• Curb ramps will be temporarily inaccessible while under construction. These impacts will last a few days per intersection. Pedestrian detours will be in place.
• Motorists should expect grooved pavement in sections of the project from July through September until paving operations are completed. Alternate routes are recommended if possible.
• The anticipated completion date is December 2021; however, these operations are weather and temperature dependent, and this schedule could change.
• Please drive safely through the work zone when crews are present.

Project Information

For additional information about this project, contact the project team:

• Phone: 720-572-4474
• Email: [email protected]
• Project Webpage: https://www.codot.gov/projects/co21-resurfacing-i70-to-65th

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Road conditions and travel information: www.COtrip.org 
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COalerts
• See scheduled lane closures: codot.gov/travel/scheduled-lane-closures.html 
• Connect with us on social media: Twitter @coloradodot and Facebook facebook.com/coloradodot

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

• Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
• Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.
• Watch for workers. Drive with caution.
• Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
• Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
• Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
• Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.

• Be patient!