I-70 & I-76 Denver Metro Sign Replacement

About the Project

Crews will replace approximately 44 signs on the following locations:

  • I-70: From Genesee near South Rooney Street (Mile Point 259.5) to Byers near US Highway 36/Main Street (MP 316)
  • I-76: In Thornton at 96th Avenue (MP 11.65)

Work this Week & Lane Closures for Denver Metro Sign Replacement

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $200,000
  • Contractor: CC Enterprises
  • Timeline: December 2025 to January 2026
  • Location: I-70 and I-76 
    • Nearest Towns/Cities: Thornton, Genesee to Byers
    • Mile Point(s): MP 259.50 to MP 316
    • County: Adams, Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson
Map of project location for the I-70 and I-76 Denver Metro Sign Replacement
Map of project location for the Denver Metro Sign Replacement: MP 11.65 on I-76 and from MP 259.5 to MP 316 on I-70.

Project Benefits

The new signs will increase lane awareness and have better reflectivity at night to help motorist navigate the highway safely.

Work Schedule

  • Nighttime work hours are Sunday through Thursday from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Traffic Impacts

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

  • Shoulder closures
  • Single lane closures
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures