I-70 Watkins to Bennett Median Cable Barrier

About the Project

This project involves the installation and improvement of high-tension median cable barriers with concrete ditch paving on I-70 between the towns of Watkins and Bennett. Construction is expected to begin on Nov. 16, 2026 and, weather permitting, will be completed by March 16, 2027. 

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $3.48 million
  • Contractor: Nationwide Construction
  • Timeline: November 2026 to March 2027
  • Location: Highway(s) and specific location 
    • Nearest Towns/Cities: Watkins and Bennett
    • Mile Point(s): MP 293.90 to MP 307.72
    • County: Adams and Arapahoe

Project Benefits

  • Improving roadway safety
  • Reduce crash severity
  • Help prevent vehicles from crossing the median into oncoming traffic
  • Reduce the potential for head-on collisions along this section of I-70

Work Schedule

  • Tentative daily schedule for work will be 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays

Traffic Impacts

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

  • Left lane closures to allow construction trucks entering and exiting the closed left lanes
  • Reduced speeds
  • Lighting along the median to allow for night work
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures