Park County Chain-Up Stations

About the Project:

A planned winter shut down is now in place for the project that is constructing two new chain-up stations in Park County.

During the 2022 project season, the chain-up station on US Highway near Grant was completed with the construction of a pullout area that creates a safe place to put chains on/off when the chain law is in effect, or in snow-packed driving conditions. Temporary lighting was installed to improve visibility for truckers parked at the station. Advance warning signs were also installed to assist with wayfinding.

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Project Schedule for 2023

• Work will resume at the US 285 location near Grant in the spring of 2023, with installation of permanent lighting, signing, advanced warning signage, and final soil stabilization

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Traffic Impacts for 2023

• Work will start at the CO Highway 9 location near Alma, north of Fairplay, in the spring of 2023 and is expected to be completed by September 2023
• There will no traffic impacts during the winter shutdown
• Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org