CO 82 Twin Lakes Resurfacing

Project Complete

About the Project

The project will improve approximately seven miles of CO 82 from one mile west of Twin Lakes (Mile Point 78) to CO 82/US 24 intersection (MP 85.3).

Work will include:

  • Milling old asphalt
  • Paving with new asphalt
  • Guardrail replacement
  • Bridge rehabilitation

Bridge rehabilitation will take place at MP 84.3 and will consist of bridge rail replacement and bridge deck repairs.

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $4.9 million
  • Contractor: Elam Construction
  • Timeline: Mid-April 2025 through September 2025
  • Location: CO 82 
    • Nearest Towns/Cities: Aspen, Leadville
    • Mile Point(s): MP 78 to MP 85.3
    • County: Lake

Project Benefits

The new asphalt will provide the following benefits:

  • Add years of life to the highway
  • A smoother road surface
  • 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
  • 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.

Work Schedule

  • Daytime work hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m. to noon

Traffic Impacts

Motorists can expect the following impacts during the period of construction:

  • 20-minute delays
  • A speed reduction to 40 MPH
  • One-lane alternating traffic guided by flagging personnel
  • 10-foot width restriction
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures