US 6 & 20 Road Intersection Improvements

About the Project

Widening and partial reconstruction of the intersection of US Highway 6 and 20 Road near Fruita. The existing intersection is offset, and the new intersection will realign the northbound approach of 20 Road to US 6 to align with the southbound approach. The intersection will be signalized with dedicated turn lanes. Other elements of the project include the reconstruction of a portion or River Rd. at the tie in to the intersection. The alignment and high speeds create difficulties for left-turning vehicles.

Project Benefits

• Realign 20 Road to remove the offset alignment and upgrade the railroad gates and signal at this location
• This intersection has historically had high motor vehicle crash data
• The project is a safety improvement with the addition of a signalized intersection and the roadway realignment

Work Schedule

• Work will last approximately five months from April 2023 through end of December 2023.
• Working hours are Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Traffic Impacts

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

• Traffic impacts will include closing 20 Road for an extended period of time while the work is completed. The recommended detour in place is:19 Road (north) to J Road (east) to 22 Road (south)
• Motorists can expect single lane and shoulder closures in both the westbound and eastbound direction through the project work zone which stretches about one-eighth of a mile at the intersection of 20 Road
• Speeds through the work are reduced to 40 mph
• 12-foot width restriction for commercial vehicles
• Signs will be posted to alert motorists to the closures and available detour routes
  Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures