US 385 Holyoke North Resurfacing

About the Project:

This is an infrastructure and accessibility upgrade project along US Highway 385 north of Holyoke. The main scope of work includes rehabilitating the pavement and widening shoulders along a ten-mile stretch of US 385. Other work includes subbase excavation, milling, base course, asphalt overlay, culvert extensions, signage, striping, and installing new Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant curb ramps along US 385 and US 6 within the city limits. The new curb ramps will be sloped for easier access, finished with a slip resistant surface, and will include other features to meet ADA guidelines.

This state and federally funded project is part of CDOT’s 10-year plan to restore this section of two-lane highway to optimal condition and add much-needed curb ramps at various intersections in downtown Holyoke to improve accessibility for all pedestrians.

Project Benefits:

  • Restore a ten-mile stretch of two-lane highway to optimal driving condition
  • Widen shoulders and add guardrail and signage to improve driver safety
  • Install ADA curb ramps to enhance accessibility for all pedestrians

Work Schedule:

  • The project began in April with an anticipated completion date of late November.
  • Work will be performed during daylight hours Monday to Friday with some weekend work expected.

Traffic Impacts:

Motorists and pedestrians can expect the following during various phases of work:

  • Intermittent lane closures will be in place on US 385 during working hours, as needed
  • Sidewalk closures will exist during curb ramp work, with pedestrian detour routes in place.
  • Access to businesses and residences will be maintained.
  • Alternating single lane closures will be in place in both directions of US 385 during the resurfacing phase.
  • Pilot cars will be present to direct alternating traffic flows during single lane alignments.
  • Motorists can expect delays up to 10 minutes during alternating traffic holds.
  • A width restriction of 12 feet will exist during the resurfacing work.
  • Construction devices, reflective cones and signs will exist to maintain safety.
  • All construction schedules are weather dependent and subject to change.
  • Lane closures and other traffic notices are posted weekly on COTrip.org.

Work this Week & Lane Closures
US 385 & US 6 Holyoke Resurfacing

Project Facts

  • Cost: $16.5 Million
  • Contractor:  Simon Contractors
  • Timeline: April 17 through November 2023
  • Location: US 385 & US 6
    • Nearest Town: Holyoke
    • Mile Points US 385: 278.43 to  289.00
    • Mile Points US 6: 454 to 454.6
    • County: Phillips

Holyoke map final with curb ramp locations