CO 112 through Del Norte scheduled to close July 7 to 11 for resurfacing operations

Travel Advisory

July 3, 2025 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists traveling between Saguache and Del Norte will be detoured onto US 285 through Monte Vista

South-Central & Southwest Colorado — Beginning Monday, July 7 at 6:30 a.m., Colorado Highway 112 (Oak Street) in Del Norte will be closed in both directions between 1st Street and the junction of US Highway 160 for resurfacing operations. The full closure will remain in place 24/7 through Friday, July 11 at 7 p.m.

The road will be closed to through traffic, except residents and property owners. Northbound and southbound motorists traveling between Saguache and Del Norte will be detoured onto easterly routes. The US 285 detour through Monte Vista will add an additional 13 miles and an approximate drive time of 26 minutes between the Gunbarrel Station and Del Norte.

  • Northbound Detour: Motorists traveling between Del Norte and areas north, including Center, Gunbarrel Station, and Saguache, must continue approximately 14 miles east on US 160 and detour north onto US 285 in Monte Vista
  • Southbound Detour: Motorists traveling between Saguache and Del Norte will continue south at the US 285 and CO 112 Junction (Gunbarrel Station) for approximately 11 miles to Monte Vista, then travel west of US 160 to Del Norte for approximately 14 miles.

Work will consist of rail repairs, utility repairs, guardrail installation and paving operations.

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

Colorado Department of Transportation map of 24/7 closure on CO 112 between 1st Street and the US 160 Junction in Del Norte. July 7 to 11, southbound and northbound motorists traveling between Saguache an Del Norte will be detoured onto US 285 through Monte Vista.
Colorado Department of Transportation map of 24/7 closure on CO 112 between 1st Street and the US 160 Junction in Del Norte. July 7 to 11, southbound and northbound motorists traveling between Saguache an Del Norte will be detoured onto US 285 through Monte Vista.

Colorado Department of Transportation map of 24/7 closure on CO 112 between 1st Street and the US 160 Junction in Del Norte. The road will be closed to through traffic, except for residents. All through traffic must seek alternate routes.
Colorado Department of Transportation map of 24/7 closure on CO 112 between 1st Street and the US 160 Junction in Del Norte. The road will be closed to through traffic, except for residents. All through traffic must seek alternate routes.

Know Before You Go

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:

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!

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