I-70 Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnels Resurfacing

About the Project

The project will remove the existing pavement on the right lanes in both of the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnels on I-70 and replace it with new asphalt. Work will also include restriping the lanes.

Work this Week & Lane Closures for I-70 EJMT Resurfacing

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $2.75 million
  • Contractor: Brannan Sand & Gravel
  • Timeline: September 2025 to October 2025
  • Location: I-70 Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel 
    • Nearest Town/City: Silverthorne
    • Mile Point(s): MP 213.5 to MP 215.7
    • Counties: Clear Creek and Summit
Map of the I-70 EJMT Resurfacing project location from MP 213.5 to MP 215.7
Map of the I-70 EJMT Resurfacing project location from MP 213.5 to MP 215.7

Project Benefits

  • Remove rutting
  • Extend asphalts' lifespan
  • Improve pavement condition
  • Add a safer driving experience before winter hits

Work Schedule

  • Work will last approximately two months
  • Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025 through end of September 2025:
    • 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Sundays
    • 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Mondays to Thursdays
  • Oct. 1, 2025 through end of October 2025:
    • 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Sundays to Thursdays

Traffic Impacts

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

  • Both directions of I-70 traffic will be held at the entrance of the tunnel for up to 30 minutes while one direction of travel at a time is escorted through the tunnel safely.
  • Drivers are urged to obey the posted speed limit, leave plenty of following space, watch for crews and equipment and pay extra attention during this overnight work.
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures