US 50 Delta resurfacing project to begin Tuesday, April 14

Project Announcement

April 9, 2026 - Northwestern Colorado - Pedestrian safety improvements include ADA accessible ramps and bridge safety enhancements

Delta County - The Colorado Department of Transportation will begin a resurfacing project on Tuesday, April 14, along US Highway 50 in Delta. Paving work will take place from three miles north of Delta, Mile Point 68.5, to the US 50 and B Rd. intersection, MP 77. The downtown core of the City of Delta, MP 70.90 to MP 72, will not be impacted by the construction project.

Additional work includes guardrail replacement, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramp reconstruction and minor improvements and safety enhancements on the bridges over the Gunnison River. The project is expected to be completed by the middle of July.

Several work zones will be operating concurrently along the nine mile stretch of US 50. Resurfacing work will begin on the south end of Delta. ADA ensures that all current standards and requirements are met, pedestrian safety is provided and accessibility is enhanced and maintained on ramps and in crosswalks. Removal and preparation of sidewalks and ADA ramps will occur at the following locations:

Wide Acres Park

  • Entrance to the CDOT yard
  • Four locations on 1525 Road
  • Two locations on 1560 Road
  • Two locations on Ute Street
  • The City Market Entrance

United Companies, of Grand Junction, is the contractor for this $7.5 million project.

Travel Impacts

  • Daytime work hours will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday
  • Vehicles will be reduced to a single-lane, alternating traffic intermittently in either direction, throughout the duration of the project
  • Lane closures, guided by flaggers, will have up to 15-minute delays
  • The speed limit will be reduced to 40 MPH through the work zone
  • The project is expected to last until the middle of July
The map shows the locations of the resurfacing project at the north and south ends of Delta, with US 50 through main street not affected for this phase of the project.
The map shows the locations of the resurfacing project at the north and south ends of Delta, with US 50 through main street not affected for this phase of the project.

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

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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