US 287 Intersection Improvements in Fort Collins

About the Project

This CDOT project is a roadway safety improvements project located north of Fort Collins on US 287 at two locations, Red Mountain Road and Bonner Springs Ranch Road. These locations span on US 287 from MP 362 to 375.

Improvements include:

  • Widening of the road in order to add additional width and turn lanes
  • Striping operations will be included as part of the road widening and safety improvements
  • New guardrail, signage and drainage

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $6.38 million
  • Contractor: Zak Dirt
  • Timeline: June 2026 to November 2026
  • Location: US 287 
    • Nearest Town/City: Fort Collins
    • Mile Point(s): MP 362 to MP 375
    • County: Larimer

Project Benefits

This project will benefit the public by making it a safer roadway for travelers.

Work Schedule

  • Crews will be working weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • No work will be performed on July 3 in observance of Independence Day
  • Construction schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change

Traffic Impacts

  • Flagging operations with single-lane alternating traffic, Monday, June 29, and Tuesday, June 30, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Expect delays and plan ahead
  • Expect reduced speeds in work zone
  • Shoulder closures
  • Motorists are urged to slow down and drive with caution through the work zone
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures