CO 112 Del Norte to US 285 Junction Resurfacing

About the Project

The project will improve approximately 13 miles of CO Highway 112 in Del Norte from the US 160/CO 112 intersection, Mile Point 0, to the CO 112/US Highway 285 junction at MP 13.2.

Work will include:

• Milling the old asphalt surface
• Paving with a mixture of recycled and new asphalt (three applications)
• Bridge repairs

Work this Week & Lane Closures on CO 112 Del Norte to US 285

Project Facts

• Construction Cost: $12.6 million
• Contractor: United Companies
• Timeline: May 2025 to September 2025
• Location: Highway(s) and specific location 
  • Nearest Town/City: Del Norte
  • Mile Point(s): MP 0 to MP 13.2
  • Counties: Rio Grande and Saguache

Project Benefits

• The new asphalt will add years of life to the highway
  • Provide a smoother road surface
  • Add durability by increasing the resistance of ruts and road damage
• The new guardrail will be 31 inches high
  • Designed to meet new safety standard requirements
  • Higher railing will help veering vehicles remain on the road more effectively
  • Improve highway safety for the traveling public

Work Schedule

• Construction activity will take place generally a half hour after sunrise and continuing until a half hour before sunset

Traffic Impacts

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

• One-lane alternating traffic
• 15-minute delays
• 10 feet width restriction
• A speed reduction to 40 MPH
• Travelers will encounter a 24/7 one-lane alternating traffic guided by a temporary portable traffic signal for bridge repair at MP 0.5, Rio Grande River
• In July there will be a full week closure of CO 112 between the CO 112/US 160 intersection and the Rio Grande River
  • Detour through Monte Vista to US 285
• Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures