I-70 in Denver | I-25 to Chambers Road
I-70 in Denver Area Overview
Now that the Central 70 project is complete, the next phase of this project will include maintenance and operations of the Interstate 70 corridor in Denver.
The location of this area is on I-70 eastbound and westbound from Mile Points 274 to 283.50 from east of I-25 to Chambers Road in Denver and Adams counties.
Travel Impacts - May 2025 (Updated May 13, 2025)
There will be on-going maintenance work on I-70 between Brighton Boulevard and Chambers Road.
Expect:
- Shoulder closures on I-70 eastbound and westbound at Chambers Road through May 23 allowing crews to repair a stormwater pipe
- Lane closures on I-70 in the tunnel (from Steele Street to Brighton Boulevard) and ramp closures for Steele Streel at night to test and repair equipment
- Lane restrictions on the Quebec Street off-ramp from westbound I-70
- Regular roadway maintenance will be ongoing and include:
- Pavement maintenance
- Guardrail repair
- Erosion Control
- Mowing
- Trash pick-up
- Sweeping
Please be cautious when driving through this area. Go to COtrip.org for the latest information on lane closures and road conditions.
About the Contractor
For the next 30 years, contractor Kiewit Meridiam Partners is responsible for operations and maintenance of I-70, and will be completing the final turn-over requirements. Project priorities includes general maintenance like snow removal, lane striping, pot-hole repair, signage repair.
- Project Cost: $400 million
- Work Schedule: As needed
- Traffic Impacts: Intermittent lane restrictions
- Timeline: February 2023 to March 2052
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