US 50 Resurfacing in Pueblo West

About the Project

Work will include:

  • Milling old asphalt
  • Paving with new asphalt
  • Bridge repairs
  • Guardrail replacement

Work this Week & Lane Closures for US 50 Resurfacing in Pueblo West

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $12.3 million
  • Contractor: Martin Marietta
  • Timeline: April 2026 to October 2026
  • Location: US 50 
    • Nearest Town/City: Pueblo West
    • Mile Point(s): MP 296.2 to MP 309.3
    • County: Pueblo
Map of US 50 Resurfacing project location in Pueblo West
Map of the US 50 Resurfacing Project limits in Pueblo West, from MP 296.2 to MP 309.3.

Project Benefits

  • The new asphalt adds approximately 10 years of life to the highway
    • Provides a smoother road surface for motorists
  • The new guardrails stand 31 inches high
    • Meets new safety standard requirements
    • Helps veering vehicles remain on the road more effectively
    • Provides safer highway for the traveling public

Work Schedule

  • Daytime work hours are one half hour after sunrise and until one half hour before sunset Monday through Friday.
  • Nighttime work hours are from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday night through Friday morning.

Traffic Impacts

  • Single lane and shoulder closures will take place in the work zone
  • 15-foot width restriction
  • The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph in the work zone
  • Construction schedules are weather dependent
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures