Southwestern Colorado News
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CDOT performs shoulder repairs east of Bayfield through February
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/shoulder-repairs-east-of-bayfield-through-february
December 28, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for brief delays on US 160 between Bayfield and the Beaver Creek Ranch SubdivisionNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)La Plata County2023-12-28T18:35:00ZNews ItemCDOT reminds Coloradans: Don’t drop the ball with a DUI this holiday weekend
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/dont-drop-the-ball-with-a-dui-this-holiday-weekend
December 27, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - Agency sharing tips and sober ride resources for New Year’s EveNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsStatewide NewsTraffic SafetyDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-12-27T18:30:00ZNews ItemHigh winds and lingering blizzard conditions on roadways in the Eastern Plains, winter conditions continue on the I-70 mountain corridor
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/winter-conditions-continue-on-i-70-mountain-corridor
December 26, 2023 - Statewide - Motorists need to plan ahead and skiers should expect delaysNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Winter WiseWinter Travel Alert2023-12-26T19:10:00ZNews ItemPrepare for winter driving conditions this holiday weekend across Colorado
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/winter-driving-conditions-this-holiday-weekend
December 21, 2023 - Statewide - Snowy weather and bitter cold temperatures expected, particularly in the high countryNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Winter Travel AlertWinter Driving2023-12-21T16:45:00ZNews ItemColorado to offer new streamlined process for broadband connectivity using CDOT property along roadways
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/streamlined-process-for-broadband-connectivity-using-cdot-property-along-roadways
December 20, 2023 - Colorado - To boost broadband connectivity across the state, Colorado Transportation Commission votes to approve a revised fee schedule, at a significantly lower rate than nearby states, in addition to existing public-private partnership optionsNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Statewide NewsIntelligent Transportation System2023-12-21T01:18:00ZNews ItemSurface treatment completes on US 160 west of Pagosa Springs
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/surface-treatment-complete-on-us-160
December 18, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - New asphalt will add 10 years of life to the highwayNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Archuleta County2023-12-18T20:10:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs month-long crack seal operations on CO 149
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/crack-seal-operations-on-co-149
December 15, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for brief delays between South Fork and Creede beginning Dec. 18No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Rio Grande CountyMineral County2023-12-15T21:00:00ZNews ItemCDOT, key safety partners assemble to deliver critical winter safety messages
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/partners-assemble-to-deliver-critical-winter-messages
December 12, 2023 - Statewide - December historically has most passenger vehicle crashes on I-70No publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsStatewide PlanningStatewideDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-12-12T22:55:00ZNews ItemAvalanche control systems installed on US 550 Red Mountain Pass
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/avalanche-control-systems-installed-on-red-mountain-pass
December 7, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Remote-controlled systems successfully tested and ready for winterNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Project: Red Mountain Pass Avalanche Control2023-12-07T21:35:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs US 160 crack sealing operations east of Mancos
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/us-160-crack-sealing-operations-east-of-mancos
December 7, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Slow down and use caution when driving through the work zoneNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montezuma CountyLa Plata County2023-12-07T21:20:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs surface treatment on CO 151
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/cdot-performs-surface-treatment-on-co-151
December 6, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays through DecemberNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsLa Plata CountyArchuleta CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-12-07T00:05:00ZNews ItemUS 550 Red Mountain Pass scheduled to close
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/us-550-red-mountain-pass-scheduled-to-close
December 5, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - CDOT maintenance teams perform safety critical operations beginning at 9 a.m. tomorrowNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-12-05T22:20:00ZNews ItemFuneral procession honoring Sgt. Michael Moran to take place tomorrow in Cortez
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/funeral-procession-honoring-sgt-michael-moran-tomorrow-in-cortez
December 5, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - US 160 closed in downtown Cortez beginning at 7:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montezuma County2023-12-05T21:55:00ZNews ItemOlder Driver Safety Awareness Week aims to keep seniors safe on the road
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/older-driver-safety-awareness-week
December 4, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - 167 older drivers involved in fatal crashes this yearNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsTraffic SafetyDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-12-04T19:15:00ZNews ItemCDOT explores market for passenger train cars and locomotives
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/december/cdot-explores-market-for-passenger-train-cars-and-locomotives
December 1, 2023 - Statewide - Department of Transportation asks train manufacturers if they have rolling stock for a passenger rail line from Denver to CraigNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewideStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-12-01T16:50:00ZNews ItemA nice stretch of weather to be ushered out by winter conditions
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/nice-weather-to-be-ushered-out-by-winter-conditions
November 30, 2023 - Statewide - Motorists should be prepared for the return of winter weather to western Colorado by week’s endNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Region 3Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)StatewideStatewide NewsWinter WiseWinter Travel Alert2023-11-30T23:00:00ZNews ItemWith powder season underway, CDOT warns winter backcountry users: Watch where you park!
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/winter-backcountry-users-watch-where-you-park
November 27, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Red Mountain Pass parking area has changedNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-11-27T21:52:00ZNews ItemCDOT urges travelers to be ready for winter weather this Thanksgiving holiday weekend
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/be-ready-for-winter-weather-this-thanksgiving-weekend
November 22, 2023 - Statewide - CDOT crews will be working through the holiday plowing roads as snow returns Thursday night through the weekend along the I-70 mountain corridor and mountain passes, lower elevations impacted as wellNo publisherNewsStatewide NewsHomepage NewsStatewideDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-11-22T22:25:00ZNews ItemStarting today CDOT offering Uber codes as “Blackout Wednesday” looms
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/cdot-offering-uber-codes-as-blackout-wednesday-looms
November 22, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - Thanksgiving DUI enforcement is active through SundayNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsTraffic SafetyThe Heat is OnStatewide NewsStatewideDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-11-22T16:30:00ZNews ItemPlan for brief delays along CO 140
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/plan-for-brief-delays-along-co-140
November 22, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - CDOT crews perform guardrail repairs south of Red Mesa, Nov. 27 through 29No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)La Plata County2023-11-22T15:20:00ZNews ItemGov. Jared Polis requests mountain Express Lanes be open more days over holiday season
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/polis-requests-mountain-express-lanes-be-open-more-days
November 21, 2023 - Statewide - I-70 mountain Express Lanes will be open multiple extra days over Thanksgiving and Christmas weekNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsStatewide NewsCTIOExpress LanesDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-11-29T18:01:46ZNews ItemCDOT performs shoulder work on CO 145
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/shoulder-work-on-co-145
November 17, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for brief delays next week between Telluride and NorwoodNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)San Miguel County2023-11-17T23:10:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs CO 140 surface treatment
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/co-140-surface-treatment
November 17, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Plan for brief delays next week south of HesperusNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)La Plata County2023-11-17T17:45:00ZNews ItemUS 160 and CO 145 scheduled to close Tuesday for critical helicopter operations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/us-160-and-co-145-scheduled-to-close-tuesday-for-critical-helicopter-operations
November 13, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Approximate two hour delay on Wolf Creek Pass begins at 8:30 a.m.No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-11-13T20:05:00ZNews ItemHighway contractors invited to projects briefing
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/highway-contractors-invited-to-projects-briefing
November 9, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Information to be shared about upcoming southwest regional CDOT projectsNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-11-09T22:45:00ZNews ItemMaintenance underway next week on US 550
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/maintenance-underway-next-week-on-us-550
November 9, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Travelers will encounter some delays between Durango and RidgwayNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-11-10T18:20:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs surface treatment in Alamosa
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/cdot-performs-surface-treatment-in-alamosa
November 10, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays beginning Monday, Nov. 13No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Alamosa County2023-11-10T19:30:00ZNews ItemCrack sealing to begin on CO 149
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/crack-sealing-to-begin-on-co-149
November 10, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays between South Fork and CreedeNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Rio Grande CountyMineral County2023-11-10T18:30:00ZNews ItemMotorists can expect delays east of Alamosa
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/motorists-can-expect-delays-east-of-alamosa
November 7, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Crews will be completing repairs on US 160 and CO 150 through NovemberNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Alamosa CountyCostilla County2023-11-07T21:20:00ZNews ItemCDOT, CDPS and CSP celebrate opening of new, updated Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnels Traffic Operations Center
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/cdot-cdps-csp-celebrate-new-ejmt-traffic-operations-center
November 7, 2023 - Statewide - CDOT continues to make new advances made to help keep roads open this winterNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Statewide NewsStatewide2023-11-07T16:40:00ZNews ItemCrews will perform bridge work on CO 291
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/november/bridge-work-on-co-291
November 1, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Watch for workers and heavy equipment over the Arkansas River Bridge, Nov. 2No publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Chaffee County2023-11-01T19:35:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs shoulder work on CO 142 east of Manassa
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/shoulder-work-on-co-142-east-of-manassa
October 27, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays through NovemberNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Conejos CountyCostilla County2023-10-27T17:50:00ZNews ItemUS 160 is closed near the Four Corners
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/us-160-closed-near-four-corners
October 26, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - No estimated time of re-openingNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-10-26T23:25:00ZNews ItemCDOT urges travelers to be ready for serious winter weather this weekend
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/travelers-be-ready-for-winter-weather
October 26, 2023 - Statewide - Temporary safety closure planned again for CO 82 Independence PassNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsWinter Travel AlertDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-10-26T21:20:00ZNews ItemCDOT Investing Record Federal Redistribution Funding to Restore Infrastructure
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/cdot-investing-record-funding-to-restore-infrastructure
October 23, 2023 - Statewide - Funding builds on the Polis Administration’s significant commitments to fixing the condition of Colorado’s roadsNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsStatewideStatewide PlanningDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-10-23T19:50:00ZNews ItemCO Highway 151 opened Oct. 20
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/co-highway-151-opened-oct-20
October 20, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists will encounter one-lane alternating trafficNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Archuleta County2023-10-20T17:40:00ZNews ItemBridge and shoulder work to impact traffic across the southwest region
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/bridge-and-shoulder-work-across-the-southwest-region
October 18, 2023 - Motorists are urged to watch for workers at various river crossings, Oct. 23 through 27No publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montezuma CountyMineral CountyArchuleta CountyLa Plata County2023-10-18T19:50:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs shoulder work on CO 114
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/cdot-performs-shoulder-work-on-co-114
October 18, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays Oct. 23 through 27 between Saguache and SillsvilleNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Gunnison CountySaguache County2023-10-18T17:40:00ZNews ItemUS 160 closure to begin tomorrow in Alamosa
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/us-160-closure-to-begin-tomorrow-in-alamosa
October 16, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Daytime detour for eastbound traffic between Ross Avenue and State Avenue (Oct. 17 through 19).No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Alamosa County2023-10-16T21:30:00ZNews ItemCDOT addresses rise in teen fatalities during National Teen Driving Safety Week; urges parents to get involved
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/cdot-addresses-rise-in-teen-fatalities-during-national-teen-driving-safety-week
October 16, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - More than 16,000 teens have been involved in a crash this yearNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsStatewideStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Traffic Safety2023-10-15T14:00:00ZNews ItemEclipse traffic could be significant across southwest Colorado this week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/eclipse-traffic-could-be-significant-across-southwest-colorado
October 9, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists traveling US 160 towards Mesa Verde National Park are expected to encounter heavy trafficNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-10-09T17:20:00ZNews ItemMaintenance crews working at various locations along US 160
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/maintenance-crews-working-at-various-locations-along-us-160
October 6, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists urged to watch for road work activity between Mancos and Durango next weekNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montezuma CountyLa Plata County2023-10-06T21:26:33ZNews ItemCDOT to perform bridge maintenance at the US 160 and US 550 intersection
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/cdot-to-perform-bridge-maintenance-at-the-us-160-and-us-550-intersection
October 6, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists will encounter lane shifts and traffic delays October 15 through 21 in DurangoNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)La Plata County2023-10-06T19:05:00ZNews ItemCDOT crews to pave US 24 north of Buena Vista early next week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/cdot-crews-to-pave-us-24-north-of-buena-vista
October 5, 2023 - Southwest Colorado - Expect lengthy delays near Clear Creek Reservoir Oct. 9 and 10No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Chaffee County2023-10-05T18:28:26ZNews ItemCO Highway 151 full closure to begin next week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/co-highway-151-full-closure-to-begin-next-week
October 4, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - 24/7 closure scheduled south of Chimney Rock National Monument Oct. 13 through 20No publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Archuleta CountyProject: CO 151 Emergency Culvert North of Arboles2023-10-04T21:35:00ZNews ItemCDOT calls for heightened awareness of pedestrian safety as days grow shorter and darker
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/october/cdot-calls-for-heightened-awareness-of-pedestrian-safety
October 4, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - October is Pedestrian Safety Awareness MonthNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsStatewideStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Traffic Safety2023-10-04T18:00:00ZNews ItemCDOT to perform surface treatment operations on US 285 and CO 142
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-to-perform-surface-treatment-operations-on-us-285-and-co-142
September 29, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for brief delays near Manassa and La Jara throughout OctoberNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Conejos County2023-09-29T21:25:00ZNews ItemCDOT to pave CO 90 near Bedrock
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-to-pave-co-90-near-bedrock
September 27, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists will encounter brief delays on CO 90 several miles east of the Colorado/Utah state lineNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montrose County2023-09-27T21:53:47ZNews ItemCDOT issues call to action for pedestrian safety across Denver and Aurora
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-issues-call-to-action-for-pedestrian-safety-across-denver-and-aurora
September 26, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - Neon navigators placed at busy intersections to bring awareness ahead of Pedestrian Safety MonthNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewideStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-09-26T14:45:00ZNews ItemMultiple nighttime paving operations scheduled for Sunday & Monday in downtown Pagosa Springs
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/multiple-nighttime-paving-operations-scheduled-for-downtown-pagosa-springs
September 22, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays beginning at 7 p.m.No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Archuleta County2023-09-22T19:10:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs rock fall mitigation on CO 145 north of Dolores
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/rock-fall-mitigation-on-co-145-north-of-dolores
September 22, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect 30-minute delays September 25No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montezuma County2023-09-22T14:55:00ZNews ItemHeavy traffic impacts on the I-70 mountain corridor expected this weekend for leaf peeping
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/heavy-traffic-impacts-on-the-i-70-mountain-corridor-expected-this-weekend-for-leaf-peeping
September 21, 2023 - Central/Eastern Colorado - Motorists should be prepared for delays particularly between the Denver metro area and SilverthorneNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-09-21T21:10:00ZNews ItemCDOT reminds motorists to use caution at rail crossings
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-reminds-motorists-to-use-caution-at-rail-crossings
September 18, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - Rail Safety Week begins TodayNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Traffic Safety2023-09-18T22:05:00ZNews ItemFree car seat safety events during National Child Passenger Safety Week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/free-car-seat-safety-events-during-national-child-passenger-safety-week
September 18, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - Car Seats Colorado addressing the estimated 66% of improperly restrained Colorado childrenNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Traffic Safety2023-09-18T21:30:00ZNews ItemCDOT postpones shoulder work on CO 3 in Durango
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-postpones-shoulder-work-on-co-3-in-durango
September 18, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can plan for regular traffic flows this weekNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsLa Plata CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-09-18T19:45:00ZNews ItemCDOT to chip seal CO 141 north of Slick Rock next week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-to-chip-seal-co-141-north-of-slick-rock
September 15, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect lengthy delays Sept. 19 through Sept. 21No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)San Miguel County2023-09-15T21:05:00ZNews ItemTemporary concrete barriers set in place on CO 172 south of Ignacio
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/temporary-concrete-barriers-set-in-place-on-co-172-south-of-ignacio
September 14, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists will encounter slower speeds and width restrictions while crews complete repairsNo publisherHomepage NewsNewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Archuleta County2023-09-14T18:30:00ZNews ItemCDOT previews upcoming seat belt campaign
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-previews-upcoming-seat-belt-campaign
September 13, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - Sneak peek offered in Pueblo where buckling up lags behindNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Traffic Safety2023-09-13T21:00:00ZNews ItemCDOT crews to pave 3-mile segment of US 24 south of Granite
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/crews-to-pave-3-mile-segment-of-us-24-south-of-granite
September 13, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect lengthy delays Sept. 18 through Sept. 21No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Chaffee County2023-09-13T17:45:00ZNews ItemSober rides are always in season: Increased Fall DUI enforcement begins Thursday
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/increased-fall-dui-enforcement-begins-thursday
September 12, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - Longest DUI enforcement of 2023 aims to keep roads free of impaired driversNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Traffic Safety2023-09-12T20:05:00ZNews ItemCDOT to pave CO 114 west of Saguache
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-to-pave-co-114-west-of-saguache
September 12, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Operations to take place over the next two-weeksNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Project: CO 114 Overlay Gunnison to Saguache CountySaguache County2023-09-12T19:38:57ZNews ItemCDOT crews to pave short section of CO 17
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-crews-to-pave-short-section-of-co-17
September 11, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays west of Antonito over the next two weeksNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Conejos County2023-09-11T20:30:00ZNews ItemRock fall mitigation taking place on US 550 north of Hermosa
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/rock-fall-mitigation-taking-place-on-us-550-north-of-hermosa
September 8, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect short delays on September 14No publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)La Plata County2023-09-08T17:25:00ZNews ItemCDOT to pave short segment of US 160, September 11 & 12
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/cdot-to-pave-short-segment-of-us-160
September 7, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists will encounter lane shifts and brief delays west of HesperusNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)La Plata County2023-09-07T19:25:00ZNews ItemPaving operations will continue farther south on CO 145 next week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/september/paving-operations-will-continue-farther-south-on-co-145
September 7, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Expect delays September 11 through September 14 near Mountain VillageNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)San Miguel County2023-09-07T17:55:00ZNews ItemLess than 50 days until the first predicted snowfall - CDOT’s ready, are you?
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/50-days-until-the-first-predicted-snowfall-dmo-overview
August 31, 2023 - Statewide - CDOT’s Division of Maintenance and Operations is ready to tackle what lies ahead this winter seasonNo publisherNewsHomepage NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)DMO2023-08-31T22:07:43ZNews ItemCDOT to complete surface treatment on CO 145 west of Society Drive in Telluride
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/surface-treatment-co145-west-of-society-drive-telluride
August 30, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Expect lengthy delays on Lawson Hill Sept. 5 to 7No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsSan Miguel CountyNews2023-08-30T21:35:00ZNews ItemOnly 32% of pregnant Colorado drivers wear their seat belt correctly
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/pregnant-colorado-drivers-wear-their-seat-belt-correctly
August 30, 2023 - Statewide - Recent data highlights a concerning gap in road safety practicesNo publisherNorthwestern Colorado (Region 3)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsCar SeatsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-08-30T21:15:00ZNews ItemCO Highway 151 emergency culvert replacement project to begin August 30
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/co151-emergency-culvert-replacement-project-begins-august30
August 30, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Daytime single-lane closures and shoulder closures are expected just south of Chimney Rock National MonumentNo publisherProject: CO 151 Emergency Culvert North of ArbolesArchuleta CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage News2023-08-30T21:05:00ZNews ItemBicyclists to tour Southwest Colorado Aug. 28
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/bicyclists-to-tour-southwest-colorado-aug-28
August 24, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Drivers are urged to watch for cyclists during the five-day rideNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-08-24T18:45:00ZNews ItemTraffic holds for I-70 in Glenwood Canyon anticipated next week for helicopter operations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/traffic-holds-on-i70-glenwood-canyon-for-helicopter-operations
August 18, 2023 - Northwestern Colorado - Limited 10-minute holds allowed during power pole replacement workNo publisherStatewide NewsNorthwestern Colorado (Region 3)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-08-18T18:55:00ZNews ItemCDOT to chip seal CO 184 August 21 through August 31
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/cdot-to-chip-seal-co184-august-21-through-august-31
August 18, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Expect delays between Mancos and DoloresNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsMontezuma County2023-08-18T17:15:00ZNews ItemCDOT to perform paving operations on US 160 La Veta Pass
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/cdot-to-perform-paving-operations-on-us160-la-veta-pass
August 17, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect delays August 21 through August 31No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Huerfano CountyNewsHomepage NewsCostilla County2023-08-17T21:35:00ZNews ItemI-70 through Glenwood Canyon is now open
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/i-70-through-glenwood-canyon-closed-due-to-mudslide
August 16, 2023 - Northwestern Colorado - Mudslide cleanup concluded at 9 p.m.No publisherStatewide NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)Project: Glenwood CanyonSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsNorthwestern Colorado (Region 3)Southeastern Colorado (Region 2)Homepage News2023-08-17T01:00:00ZNews ItemMotorists traveling US 50 Monarch Pass can expect brief delays August 21 through August 23
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/motorists-traveling-us-50-monarch-pass-can-expect-brief-delays-starting-august-21
August 16, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Paving operations will take place east of SargentsNo publisherGunnison CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsProject: US 50 Improvements at SargentsHomepage News2023-08-16T20:20:00ZNews ItemCDOT to pave multiple segments of CO 151
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/cdot-to-pave-multiple-segments-of-co151
August 15, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect delays over the next two weeks (Aug. 17 through Aug. 31)No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsArchuleta County2023-08-15T19:35:00ZNews ItemBiggest DUI enforcement of summer begins August 16 ahead of Labor Day
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/biggest-dui-enforcement-of-summer-begins-august-16
August 15, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - DUI enforcement periods have seen 3,025 arrests this yearNo publisherStatewide NewsNorthwestern Colorado (Region 3)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsTraffic SafetySoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-08-15T18:10:00ZNews ItemCDOT warns truckers: Beware of US 160 Wolf Creek Pass
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/cdot-warns-truckers-beware-of-us160-wolf-creek-pass
August 10, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Southwest Colorado pass known to be treacherous — even in the summerNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsProject: US 160 Wolf Creek Pass2023-08-10T21:50:00ZNews ItemCDOT prepares for heightened DUI enforcement as Sturgis Rally rides through Colorado
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/august/heightened-dui-enforcement-as-sturgis-rally-rides-through-colorado
August 2, 2023 - Statewide Safety News - 4,644 impaired crashes happened overnight since 2019No publisherStatewide NewsNorthwestern Colorado (Region 3)Southwestern Colorado (Region 5)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsTraffic SafetySoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-08-02T18:15:00ZNews ItemMultiple maintenance operations to occur on US 550 north of Durango beginning July 31
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/multiple-maintenance-operations-to-occur-on-us550
July 28, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect lane shifts and delays between Hermosa and Coal Bank PassNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsLa Plata CountyNews2023-07-28T18:15:00ZNews ItemSurvey work to take place at US 50 & CO 291 junction
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/survey-work-to-take-place-at-us50-co291-junction
July 27, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect brief delays in Salida next weekNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsChaffee CountyNews2023-07-27T15:35:00ZNews ItemPolis Administration Announces Bustang Cutting Fares in Half through September
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/polis-administration-cutting-bustang-fares-through-september
July 25, 2023 - Denver Metro/Central Colorado - Price cuts provide a lower-cost alternative to drivingNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsBustangHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-07-25T18:35:00ZNews ItemCDOT crews to pave short section of CO 142
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/cdot-crews-to-pave-short-section-of-co-142
July 21, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays east of Manassa through late AugustNo publisherConejos CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage NewsCostilla County2023-07-21T19:40:00ZNews ItemCDOT will begin surface treatment on US 285 east of Saguache
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/cdot-will-begin-surface-treatment-on-us-285-east-of-saguache
July 20, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Operations will take place July 25 through August 3No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-07-20T20:15:00ZNews ItemCDOT to pave multiple highway segments near Durango
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/cdot-to-pave-multiple-highway-segments-near-durango
July 20, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for delays on US 550, US 160 and CO 172 beginning July 24No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsLa Plata CountyNews2023-07-20T19:20:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs maintenance operations between Purgatory and Molas Pass
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/maintenance-operations-between-purgatory-and-molas-pass
July 14, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Operations to take place over the next two weeksNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-07-14T18:25:00ZNews ItemExpect highway delays Monday in Mancos
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/expect-highway-delays-monday-in-mancos
July 14, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - CDOT performs work at US 160 and CO 184 junctionNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsMontezuma County2023-07-13T23:00:00ZNews ItemDon’t strikeout with a DUI; enforcement warns Coloradans to plan a sober ride
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/dui-enforcement-warns-coloradans-to-plan-a-sober-ride
July 12, 2023 - Statewide Traffic Safety - 33% of Colorado crashes this year have involved impaired drivingNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsTraffic SafetySoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-07-12T15:40:00ZNews ItemCDOT paves west Frontage Road in Bodo Park beginning Wednesday
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/cdot-paves-west-frontage-road-beginning-wednesday
July 11, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Paving operations will move to the east Frontage Road next weekNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsLa Plata CountyNews2023-07-11T14:15:00ZNews ItemAvalanche control project on US 550 Red Mountain Pass to begin
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/july/avalanche-control-project-on-us-550-to-begin
July 5, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect travel delays during equipment mobilizationNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-07-05T14:20:00ZNews ItemUS 160 McCabe Creek culvert replacement in Pagosa Springs is complete
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/us-160-mccabe-creek-culvert-replacement-in-pagosa-springs-is-complete
June 29, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Improvements include new drainage structures, enhanced sidewalk safety features & updated guardrailsNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsArchuleta County2023-06-29T22:25:00ZNews ItemExpect flaggers and traffic delays next Thursday at US 160 Elmore’s Corner intersection
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/traffic-delays-next-thursday-at-us160-elmores-corner
June 29, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should allow for additional travel timeNo publisherLa Plata CountyHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)News2023-06-29T17:40:00ZNews ItemCO Highway 17 travelers will encounter two stops just north of the New Mexico state line
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/co17-two-stops-just-north-of-the-new-mexico-state-line
June 29, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should allow themselves additional travel time, especially with increased traffic over the Fourth of July weekendNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-06-29T15:35:00ZNews ItemImprovements ahead for two Colorado National and Scenic Historic Byways
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/improvements-for-two-colorado-national-and-scenic-historic-byways
June 26, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Federal Highway Administration’s National Scenic Byways Program grant allows for much-needed enhancementsNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsStatewide News2023-06-26T17:20:00ZNews ItemUS 160 from Four Corners to Aztec Creek resurfacing project complete
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/us-160-resurfacing-project-complete
June 13, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Smoother road surfaces and new passing lanes contribute to the safety of the highway corridorNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsMontezuma County2023-06-13T20:05:00ZNews ItemCDOT crews will pave a section of CO 90 between Naturita and the Utah state line
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/paving-of-co90-between-naturita-and-the-utah-state-line
June 9, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - motorists should plan for full stops and lengthy delaysNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montrose CountyNewsHomepage News2023-06-09T17:05:00ZNews ItemChip seal operations will take place next week on CO 370, south of Alamosa
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/chip-seal-operations-on-co370-south-of-alamosa
June 9, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - motorists should plan for full stops and lengthy delaysNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Alamosa CountyNewsHomepage News2023-06-09T17:00:00ZNews ItemCDOT crews to pave section of US 24 between Buena Vista and Granite early next week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/crews-to-pave-section-of-us24-between-buena-vista-and-granite
June 9, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - operations north of Buena Vista will cause travel delaysNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsChaffee CountyNews2023-06-09T00:00:00ZNews ItemMotorists should expect slower speeds and and lane closures on US 160 near Farmington Hill next week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/lane-closures-on-us160-near-farmington-hill
June 9, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - work will take place June 13 through June 15, weather permittingNo publisherLa Plata CountyHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)News2023-06-08T23:00:00ZNews ItemThis should be on everyone’s summer bucket list - a sober ride home
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/summer-bucket-list-a-sober-ride-home
June 8, 2023 - Tomorrow CDOT kicks off Summer Blitz DUI enforcement periodNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)The Heat is OnDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsTraffic SafetySoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-06-08T22:57:00ZNews ItemTuesday and Wednesday motorists can expect delays on CO 145 near Mountain Village
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/delays-on-co-145-near-mountain-village-tuesday-and-wednesday
June 5, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - paving operations to be conducted on a short section of CO 145 on June 6 and 7No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsSan Miguel CountyNews2023-06-05T22:40:00ZNews ItemCrews will use portable light signals for maintenance work on US 50 between Salida and Howard next Monday and Tuesday
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/maintenance-work-on-us50-next-monday-and-tuesday
June 2, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists can expect full stops and delays and should allow for extra travel time June 5 through June 6No publisherChaffee CountyFremont CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage News2023-06-01T23:00:00ZNews ItemSurface treatment to take place on US 550 Red Mountain Pass beginning June 5
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/june/surface-treatment-on-us-550-red-mountain-pass-begins-june-5
June 1, 2023 - Southwest Colorado - Motorists traveling over Red Mountain Pass can expect flaggers and one-lane alternating trafficNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-06-01T18:40:00ZNews ItemSurface treatment project begins on CO 368 southwest of Alamosa
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/surface-treatment-project-to-begin-on-co-368-southwest-of-alamosa
May 31, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - A second project will take place on CO 17 beginning June 5No publisherRio Grande CountyAlamosa CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage News2023-05-26T20:45:00ZNews ItemCDOT is seeking to dispose of property near the US 160 and Three Springs Boulevard intersection
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/cdot-to-dispose-of-property-near-us160
May 30, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - A public meeting will be held on June 8 to discuss the sale of the propertyNo publisherLa Plata CountyHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)News2023-05-30T19:00:00ZNews ItemCO Highway 17 is closed near the New Mexico state line due to sinkhole in roadway
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/co17-closed-due-to-sinkhole-near-new-mexico-state-line
May 26, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - CO 17 in Conejos County, is open to one-lane alternating traffic. Motorists will be guided by a temporary portable light signal where severe road damage occurred just north of the New Mexico state line, MP 0.3.No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsConejos CountyNews2023-05-26T22:00:00ZNews ItemExpect flaggers and traffic delays next Wednesday at US 160 Elmore’s Corner intersection
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/highway-traffic-impact-us160-fiber-optic-installation
May 26, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Traffic signal will not be operational to allow for fiber optic cable work on the highwayNo publisherLa Plata CountyHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)News2023-05-26T19:15:00ZNews ItemTraffic signal repair at US 160 and Hot Springs Boulevard, intersection in Pagosa Springs rescheduled
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/traffic-signal-repair-at-us160-and-hot-springs-boulevard-rescheduled
May 22, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists will encounter flaggers and traffic delays Wednesday, May 24No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsArchuleta County2023-05-22T20:25:00ZNews ItemCDOT to repair traffic signal at US 160 and Hot Springs Boulevard, intersection in Pagosa Springs
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/traffic-signal-repair-us-160-pagosa-springs
May 18, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists will encounter flaggers and traffic delays Tuesday, May 23No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsArchuleta County2023-05-18T22:10:00ZNews ItemUS 550 north of Durango closed on May 27 of Memorial Day weekend
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/us550-north-of-durango-closed-may-27
May 15, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Drivers may consider alternate route via TellurideNo publisherSan Juan CountyLa Plata CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage News2023-05-15T22:56:00ZNews ItemCDOT kicks off heightened DUI enforcement ahead of Memorial Day
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/heightened-dui-enforcement-ahead-of-memorial-day
May 15, 2023 - Statewide - Tips for safe driving during the 100 Deadliest Days of SummerNo publisherDrive High Get a DUIStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)The Heat is OnNewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Homepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-05-15T18:19:00ZNews ItemLargest seat belt enforcement period of the year begins Monday
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/largest-seat-belt-enforcement-period-begins-may-15
May 12, 2023 - Statewide - Pueblo County ranks lowest in the state for seat belt usageNo publisherStatewide NewsClick It or TicketSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsNortheastern Colorado (Region 4)Homepage NewsTraffic SafetySoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)The Heat is On2023-05-12T15:53:00ZNews ItemRegionwide striping operations to begin May 16 in southwest and south-central Colorado
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/regionwide-striping-operations-begins-may-16-southwest-colorado
May 11, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Striping operations will begin May 16 spanning across Alamosa, Archuleta, Chaffee, La Plata, Mineral, Montezuma, Montrose, Ouray, Rio Grande, and San Juan CountiesNo publisherChaffee CountyMontezuma CountySan Juan CountyLa Plata CountyOuray CountyRio Grande CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Alamosa CountyMontrose CountyNewsMineral CountyProject: Southwestern Colorado Pavement MarkingHomepage News2023-05-12T01:11:00ZNews ItemSurface treatment project to begin on US 160 west of Pagosa Springs
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/surface-treatment-begins-us160-west-pagosa-springs
May 11, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Crews will perform nighttime work in Pagosa's uptown area, near City MarketNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsArchuleta CountyProject: US 160 Pagosa West Resurfacing2023-05-12T00:28:00ZNews ItemCO 141 between Naturita and Gateway to remain open
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/co141-between-naturita-gateway-remains-open
May 5, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado -No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-05-05T22:30:00ZNews ItemCDOT to pave short sections of several highways in southwest Colorado
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/paving-several-highways-in-southwest-colorado
May 5, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Operations to take place over the next three weeksNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsArchuleta County2023-05-05T18:15:00ZNews ItemCO 141 between Naturita and Gateway to close for flood safety
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/co141-between-naturita-and-gateway-closes-flood-danger
MAy 4, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - If the river reaches expected levels, CDOT will close the highway at 5 p.m.No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsHomepage News2023-05-04T21:50:00ZNews ItemMontrose Police and CDOT raise awareness about cannabis impaired driving
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/montrose-police-cdot-raise-awareness-cannabis-impaired-driving
May 3, 2023 - Northwestern Colorado - Event was part of a training by law enforcement to educate the cannabis industry on the observable signs and symptoms of how cannabis impacts a person’s ability to driveNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Montrose CountyNewsHomepage NewsTraffic Safety2023-05-03T19:29:00ZNews ItemColorado motorcycle fatalities reach record high
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/may/colorado-motorcycle-fatalities-reach-record-high
May 1, 2023 - Statewide - May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, CDOT urges riders to keep speeds down and motorists to look twiceNo publisherStatewide NewsMotorcycle SafetySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsTraffic SafetySoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-05-01T20:30:00ZNews Item1,333 drivers cited during April Click It or Ticket enforcement
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/1333-drivers-cited-during-april-click-it-or-ticket-enforcement
April 28, 2023 - Statewide - CDOT urges drivers and passengers to buckle up as warmer weather approachesNo publisherStatewide NewsClick It or TicketSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-04-28T17:35:00ZNews ItemCDOT addressing potholes on state highways as harsh winter conditions subside
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/pothole-repairs-underway-as-harsh-winter-conditions-subside
April 27, 2023 - Statewide - Watch for potholes and prepare for daytime lane closuresNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNorthwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-04-28T00:00:00ZNews ItemAccess improvements to be made on US 50 between Poncha Springs and Maysville
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/access-improvements-us50-between-poncha-springs-maysville
April 27, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Work by contractor will enhance safety at local gravel pit entranceNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsChaffee CountyNews2023-04-27T23:27:00ZNews ItemCO 151 is open south of Chimney Rock National Monument
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/co151-open-south-of-chimney-rock-national-monument
April 21, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Paving and repairs will be needed in the near futureNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsArchuleta County2023-04-21T18:30:00ZNews ItemSignificant spring storm this week will bring big snow (April 24-26)
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/spring-storm-april-24-to-26-will-bring-big-snow
April 24, 2023 - Statewide News - Motorists need to be prepared when driving on I-70 in the mountains and I-25 foothillsNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-04-24T18:01:35ZNews ItemPolis Administration to invest $45 million to restore roads after especially harsh winter
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/polis-administration-invests-45-million-to-restore-roads-after-harsh-winter
April 20, 2023 - Colorado - Funds for snow and ice removal for the remainder of the winter season, and to address pavement problems that reflect the unusually severe conditions over the past several monthsNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-04-20T19:15:00ZNews ItemCO 151 remains closed south of Chimney Rock National Monument
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/co151-remains-closed-south-of-chimney-rock
April 20, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Water flow levels must recede before repairs can be made to the culvert and roadwayNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNews2023-04-20T17:40:27ZNews ItemVolunteers get high to help CDOT and law enforcement improve traffic safety
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/volunteers-get-high-to-help-improve-trafficsafety
April 19, 2023 - Central Colorado/Denver - Demonstration educates cannabis industry on signs of impairmentNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsImpaired DrivingSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-04-20T00:16:00ZNews ItemNext phase is beginning for US 160 Wolf Creek Pass fiber optic project
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/us160-wolf-creek-pass-fiber-optic-project-next-phase
April 18, 2023 - Work will start again in MayNo publisherArchuleta CountyProject: US 160 Wolf Creek Pass Fiber and Safety SystemsMineral CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage News2023-04-17T22:45:00ZNews ItemCO 151 closed south of Chimney Rock National Monument while CDOT performs emergency culvert and road repairs
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/co151-closed-south-of-chimney-rock-for-emergency-repairs
April 12, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Closure put into place after CDOT was alerted of erosion issues on the highway caused by heavy spring run-offNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsArchuleta CountyHomepage News2023-04-12T22:30:00ZNews ItemUS 160 Wolf Creek Pass set to close later this morning for critical safety operations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/us160-wolf-creek-pass-closes-morning-maintenance-operations
April 11, 2023 - Southeastern Colorado - Lengthy delays are expected between South Fork and Pagosa beginning at 10:30 a.m.No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsMineral CountyArchuleta CountyHomepage News2023-04-11T18:24:16ZNews ItemUS 550 resurfacing project from Ouray to Colona to resume
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/us550-resurfacing-project-ouray-colona-resumes
April 10, 2023 - Southwest Colorado - Another project south of Montrose will cause additional delays in the areaNo publisherOuray CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage NewsProject: US 550 Ouray to Colona Resurfacing Project2023-04-10T21:26:18ZNews ItemCDOT maintenance crews will patch potholes on Bondad Bridge April 10 and 11 next week
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/april/crews-patch-potholes-on-bondad-bridge-april-10-11-next-week
April 7, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Motorists should plan for 15-minute delays on US 550 between Durango and the New Mexico state lineNo publisherLa Plata CountyHomepage NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)News2023-04-07T16:15:00ZNews ItemIncreased Click It or Ticket enforcement begins Monday
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/increased-click-it-or-ticket-enforcement-begins-monday
March 30, 2023 - Statewide - 13% of Coloradans are still not buckling upNo publisherStatewide NewsClick It or TicketSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-03-30T23:39:00ZNews ItemApril is Distracted Driving Awareness Month — and Coloradans have yet to change behavior behind the wheel
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/april-is-distracted-driving-awareness-month
March 29, 2023 - Statewide News - Three out of four Colorado drivers use their phones while drivingNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsDistracted DrivingHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-03-29T22:20:00ZNews ItemAll southwest Colorado mountain passes were opened on Friday, March 24
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/southwest-colorado-mountain-passes-opened-march24
March 24, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - CDOT maintenance crews completed avalanche mitigation and cleared large amounts of heavy, wet snow from multiple mountain passes during the closures this weekNo publisherWinter DrivingWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Project: Red Mountain PassNewsHomepage News2023-03-24T22:45:00ZNews ItemFederal grant to help CDOT expand its automated work zone safety truck program
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/federal-grant-expands-automated-work-zone-program
March 24, 2023 - Denver/Central Colorado - Self-driving trucks protect road workersNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-03-27T17:42:00ZNews ItemCDOT performs winter maintenance operations on multiple southwest mountain passes Thursday, March 23
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/winter-maintenance-operations-on-southwest-mountain-passes-march23
March 23, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - US 160 Wolf Creek, US 550 Coal Bank/Molas/Red Mountain and CO 17 Cumbres/La Manga Passes remain closedNo publisherWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage NewsWinter Wise2023-03-23T17:32:43ZNews ItemCar seat technicians in training to keep Colorado’s little ones safe
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/car-seat-technicians-training-to-keep-colorado-children-safe
March 22, 2023 - Statewide News - Weeklong course will increase number of child passenger safety technicians and reduce the 66% of improperly installed car seatsNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Homepage NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsCar SeatsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-03-22T22:23:00ZNews ItemUS 550 between Purgatory and Ouray set to close this evening due to adverse weather conditions
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/us550-purgatory-ouray-closes-due-to-adverse-weather
March 21, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Travelers should expect closures on multiple mountain passes across the region for the remainder of the week; US 550 between Purgatory and Ouray will close at 5 p.m. tonight (03/21/23) due to dangerous driving conditionsNo publisherWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage NewsWinter Wise2023-03-21T20:56:58ZNews ItemDon’t get in a pinch - CDOT begins St. Patrick’s Day DUI enforcement
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/st-patricks-day-dui-enforcement-2023
March 16, 2023 - Statewide - CDOT offering Lyft credit to keep impaired drivers off the roadsNo publisherStatewide NewsSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsNortheastern Colorado (Region 4)Homepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)The Heat is On2023-03-16T18:44:00ZNews ItemUS 160 Wolf Creek Pass set to close tomorrow while CDOT performs winter maintenance operations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/us160-wolf-creek-pass-set-closure-winter-maintenance
March 15, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Maintenance crews will conduct operations Thursday morning between South Fork and Pagosa SpringsNo publisherWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsHomepage News2023-03-15T19:22:00ZNews ItemPersistent stormy weather will make travel difficult to impossible at higher elevations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/persistent-stormy-weather-will-make-travel-difficult-to-impossible-at-higher-elevations
March 9, 2023 - Colorado - Skiers, backcountry users and spring break travelers are urged to "know before you go"No publisherWinter DrivingWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Homepage NewsWinter WiseSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-03-10T00:16:58ZNews ItemCrews are back to work on the US 160 culvert replacement project in Pagosa Springs
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/us160-culvert-replacement-project-in-pagosa-springs-update
March 8, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Crews have returned from winter shutdown to resume workNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsArchuleta CountyHomepage NewsProject: US 160 Pagosa Culverts2023-03-08T22:47:00ZNews ItemCDOT grants will help Colorado communities reduce congestion and emissions
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/grants-help-colorado-communities-reduce-congestion-emissions
March 7, 2023 - Statewide News - More than $600,000 in state grant funding for communities across ColoradoNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-03-07T18:12:00ZNews ItemCDOT begins project to improve CO 172
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/project-begins-to-improve-co172
March 6, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Work will take place from Ignacio to the US 160 junction at Elmore's CornerNo publisherHomepage NewsProject: CO 172 Ignacio ResurfacingNewsLa Plata CountySouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)2023-03-06T19:56:25ZNews ItemUS 160 Wolf Creek Pass scheduled to close Thursday morning while CDOT performs winter maintenance operations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/march/us160-wolf-creek-pass-closes-thursday-for-winter-maintenance
March 1, 2023 - Southwest and South-Central Colorado - Recent snow accumulations and strong winds increased avalanche danger on multiple southwest Colorado mountain passesNo publisherWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsHomepage News2023-03-01T23:37:00ZNews ItemAll southwest mountain passes opened for travel on Friday afternoon after completion of winter maintenance operations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/february/southwest-colorado-winter-maintenance-operations
February 24, 2023 - Southwest Colorado - US 160 Wolf Creek Pass, US 550 Red Mountain Pass & CO 17 Cumbres and La Manga Passes are openNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsHomepage News2023-02-24T17:15:00ZNews ItemMultiple mountain passes to remain closed in Southwest Colorado
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/february/southwest-colorado-adverse-travel-conditions-closures
February 22, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - CO 145, US 160, & US 550 closures will remain in place through Thursday due to safety concernsNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsHomepage News2023-02-22T18:55:00ZNews ItemTreacherous mountain driving conditions and front range impacts expected with upcoming storm
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/february/treacherous-mountain-driving-conditions-front-range-impacts
February 21, 2021 - Statewide News - Drivers are urged to check the forecast and COtrip.org before travelingNo publisherStatewide NewsWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNorthwestern Colorado (Region 3)NewsDenver/Central Colorado (Region 1)Homepage NewsWinter WiseSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-02-22T03:19:10ZNews ItemMultiple closures scheduled for southwest mountain passes tomorrow
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/february/multiple-closures-scheduled-for-southwest-mountain-passes
February 14. 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - US 160 Wolf Creek Pass, US 550 Mountain Corridor, US 50 Monarch Pass and CO 145 Lizard Head Pass set to close Wednesday, Feb. 15No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsHomepage News2023-02-14T22:45:00ZNews ItemStatewide storm to cause difficult driving conditions
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/february/statewide-storm-causes-difficult-driving-conditions
February 13, 2023 - Statewide - Drivers are urged to check the forecast and COtrip.org/COtrip Planner app before travelingNo publisherStatewide NewsWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-02-14T01:45:00ZNews ItemAll southwest and south-central Colorado mountain passes are open
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/january/southwest-southcentral-mountain-passes-open
January 19, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - After two days of winter maintenance operations across the region, US 550 Red Mountain Pass and CO 17 Cumbres and La Manga Passes are openNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsProject: US 550 Red Mountain Pass2023-01-19T21:15:00ZNews ItemClosure set for US 50 Monarch Pass this Wednesday evening
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/january/us50-monarch-pass-closure-jan18
January 18, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - The pass will close at 5 p.m., eastbound traffic will be stopped near the pass summit at Mile Point 199No publisherWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Travel AdvisoryNewsHomepage News2023-01-18T18:55:52ZNews ItemUS 550 safety closure includes all three mountain passes, from Purgatory to Ouray
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/january/cdot-implements-closure-us550-coal-bank-molas-passes
January 17, 2023 - Southwest Colorado - Closure planned tomorrow morning, Jan. 18, for US 160 Wolf Creek PassNo publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsWinter Travel Alert2023-01-17T19:56:00ZNews ItemUpcoming winter storm will cause difficult travel conditions and closures
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/january/winter-storm-causes-difficult-travel-conditions-closures
January 16, 2022 - Statewide News - Crews are ready for the upcoming winter storm that will bring another surge of heavy snow to the region starting Monday, Jan. 16, and most of Tuesday, Jan. 17.No publisherStatewide NewsWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Northwestern Colorado (Region 3)Denver/Central Colorado (Region 1)NewsHomepage NewsSoutheastern Colorado (Region 2)Northeastern Colorado (Region 4)2023-01-16T23:15:00ZNews ItemExpect closures on several mountain passes Monday morning while crews perform maintenance
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/january/closures-mountain-passes-jan16-morning-for-maintenance
January 15, 2022 - Southwestern Colorado - CDOT will perform winter maintenance operations on several mountain passes in southwest Colorado on Monday, Jan. 16.No publisherSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)Homepage NewsNewsWinter Travel Alert2023-01-16T01:35:00ZNews ItemUS 550 Red Mountain Pass Winter Operations
https://www.codot.gov/news/2023/january/us550-red-mountain-pass-winter-operations
January 11, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Northbound travelers will encounter a closed gate near Red Mountain Pass summitNo publisherProject: US 550 Mountain PassWinter Travel AlertSouthwestern Colorado (Region 5)NewsHomepage News2023-01-11T13:20:00ZNews Item