US 24 Resurfacing from Peyton to Calhan

About the Project

Paving work will take place east of Peyton on a 10-mile stretch of highway to Calhan from Mile Point 332 to MP 342.5. The work will include minor culvert work, replacing curb and gutter, constructing a passing lane east of Calhan and widening a right-turn lane at Yoder Street to improve safety.

Work this Week & Lane Closures for US 24 Resurfacing from Peyton to Calhan

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $11.3 million
  • Contractor: Schmidt Construction CO
  • Timeline: April 2026 to September 2026
  • Location: US 24
    • Nearest Town/City: Calhan
    • Mile Point(s): MP 332 to MP 342.5
    • County: El Paso
Map of the US 24 Resurfacing project from Peyton (MP 332) to Calhan (MP 342.5)
Map of the US 24 Resurfacing project from Peyton (MP 332) to Calhan (MP 342.5)

Project Benefits

This project will provide important benefits for the traveling public, including:

  • A smooth road or highway
  • Improved safety
  • Better driving experience

Work Schedule

  • Nighttime working hours will be Sunday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. from May 2026 through September 2026
  • Daytime working hours will be Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. from April 2026 through July 2026

Traffic Impacts

  • The project team will try to maintain two-way traffic during the daytime, where the roadway allows
  • Delays of up to 15 minutes can be expected
  • The speed limit will be reduced to 25 MPH in town and 40 MPH out of town
  • Loads wider than 11 feet will be restricted through the work zone
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures