Resurfacing project on CO 82 in Snowmass Canyon begins this month

Travel Advisory

May 3, 2024 - Northwestern Colorado - Motorists encouraged to plan for up to 40-minute delays

Pitkin County — The Colorado Department of Transportation and contract partner Elam Construction will begin resurfacing Colorado Highway 82 in Snowmass Canyon on May 13. Motorists should plan for 24/7 single lane closure with 40 minute delays for bridge work from May 28 to June 28. After bridge repairs are complete motorists should plan for a single lane closure and 15 minute delays. Delays are anticipated during construction hours, which are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. In order to reduce delays for commuter traffic, there will be no traffic impacts for CO 82 eastbound lanes from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and CO 82 westbound lanes from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The project has an anticipated completion date Oct. 2024.

The project will take place along CO 82 for approximately 7 miles from Mile Point 26 (west of the intersection with Snowmass Creek Road/Capitol Creek Road) to MP 33 (near Woody Creek). Work will consist of a 2” asphalt milling, 2” hot mix asphalt overlay, bridge repair at 6 locations, guardrail replacement and striping. Additional work includes removing and installing curb, gutter and Americans with Disabilities Act ramps at CO 82 and Snowmass Creek Rd., Watson Divide Rd. and Aspen Village Rd.

The HMA will add approximately 10 years of life to the highway, provide a smoother road surface and will add durability by increasing the resistance of ruts and road damage. This will allow for a smoother and safer drive for motorists. The new guardrail that will be 31 inches high, designed to meet new safety standard requirements. The higher railing will help veering vehicles remain on the road more effectively, making the highway safer for the traveling public. The former standard height of guardrail was 27 inches.

Other benefits of the project include the installation of ADA compliant curb ramps at Snowmass Creek Rd., Watson Divide Rd. and Aspen Village Rd. The new ramps will be constructed in compliance with the Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines requirements and will provide functional accessibility to all travelers using state and US highways.

Traffic Impacts

Motorists should plan for 24/7 single lane closure with 40 minute delays for bridge work from May 28 to June 28. After bridge repairs are complete motorists should plan for a single lane closure and 15 minute delays Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. There will be no impacts for CO 82 eastbound from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and CO 82 westbound from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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