US 36 Estes Park to Boulder Sign Replacement

About the Project

The project will take place along US 36 from Estes Park near the US 34/US 36 intersection, Mile Point 0, to Boulder near Jay Road, MP 34.

Crew will perform the following work:

  • Removing approximately 660 signs
  • Installing approximately 900 new signs and sign posts, including:
    • Speed limit
    • Directional
    • Street
    • Mile point
    • Guide
    • Regulatory
    • Warning

Work this Week & Lane Closure on US 36 from Estes Park to Boulder

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $928,000
  • Contractor: Work Zone Traffic Control
  • Timeline: August 2025 through November 2025
  • Location: Highway(s) and specific location 
    • Nearest Town/City: Estes Park and Boulder
    • Mile Point(s): MP 0 to MP 34
    • County: Larimer and Boulder
Project Map of US 36 Sign Replacement Project from Estes Park to Boulder
Project Map of US 36 Sign Replacement Project from MP 0 at US 34/US 36 Intersection in Estes Park to MP 34 in Boulder near Jay Road

Project Benefits

The new signs will provide better reflectivity at night to help motorist navigate the highway safely.


Work Schedule

  • Daytime work hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Nighttime work hours are Sunday night through Friday morning from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Traffic Impacts

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

  • Plan for shoulder closures, single lane closures and one-lane alternating traffic
  • Expect 10-minute delays
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures