I-70 Resurfacing from Horizon Drive to Clifton

About the Project

Roadway work will include:

  • Milling the old asphalt
  • Paving with new asphalt
  • Rumble strip installation
  • Guardrail replacement
  • Striping

Work this Week & Lane Closures for I-70 Resurfacing from Horizon Drive to Clifton

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $5.3 million
  • Contractor: Quikrete Materials
  • Timeline: August 2026 to November 2026
  • Location: I-70 
    • Nearest Town/City: Grand Junction
    • Mile Point(s): MP 31.4 to MP 37
    • County: Mesa
Map of resurfacing project along I-70 from Horizon Drive to Clifton
Map of resurfacing project along I-70 from Horizon Drive to Clifton

Project Benefits

  • The road surface will add approximately 10 years of life to the interstate
  • Provide a better driving experience for motorists
  • Additional benefits of the project include:
    • Installation of new guardrail that will be 31 inches high, designed to meet updated safety standards
      • The higher railing will help vehicles that veer off course remain on the roadway more effectively
      • Improve the interstate safety for the traveling public

Work Schedule

  • Nighttime work hours are Sunday night through Friday morning from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Traffic Impacts

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

  • Single lane closures
  • 12-foot width restriction
  • 15-minute delays
  • Speed reduction to 55 MPH
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures