Resurfacing project on US 24 from Florissant to Woodland Park begins winter shutdown

Teller County — The Colorado Department of Transportation, in partnership with Martin Marietta, will begin a winter shutdown for the resurfacing project along US Highway 24 from Florissant to Woodland Park on Nov. 20. The seasonal shutdown is necessary to maintain safety conditions for both workers and the traveling public due to adverse winter conditions. Crews will resume work summer of 2026.

The project started in late April resurfacing US 24 from Mile Point 269.4 in Florissant to MP 281 just west of Woodland Park, as well as Colorado Highway 67 in Woodland Park from MP 76.9 (US 24/CO 67 intersection) to MP 77.5 near Red Feather Lane.

During the 2025 construction season, crews milled the existing asphalt, resurfaced the roadway, installed new guardrail, and replaced curb and gutter. The new asphalt will add approximately 10 years of life to the highway, provide a smoother road surface and add durability by increasing the resistance of ruts and road damage. Other benefits of the project include installation of new guardrail that will be 31 inches high, designed to meet new safety standard requirements making the highway safer for the traveling public.

When crews return in the summer of 2026, they will complete the final touches on the side streets and finish the permanent striping, which must be applied during warmer temperatures to ensure proper adhesion.

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

• Call the project information line at 970-456-1685
• Email the project team at: [email protected]
• Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/us24resurfacingdividewoodlandpark

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:

• Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
• Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
• Check scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
• Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

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!

Download the COtrip App!

The new free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!