The Colorado Department of Transportation announces improvements to US Highway 50, west of Canon City near Texas Creek, beginning today, April 8, 2020.
The project will improve approximately 10.2 miles of roadway along the Arkansas River, beginning at milepost (MP) 250.7, west of Texas Creek, and continuing to milepost (MP) 260.9. The project will improve the roadway with milling and paving, minor rehabilitation work on three bridge structures within the project limits, and significant guardrail improvements including adjustments, removals and replacements The project will greatly enhance safety for travelers and recreationists on this two-lane highway.
The project was contracted to APC Southern Construction, of Golden, for $7 million and is expected to be completed in fall 2020.
- Crews will begin work at milepost 253 where they will be milling and rehabbing the bridge structure deck.
- Flagging operation will be on sight to direct travelers through the area as construction equipment enters and exits the work zone.
Project work hours are daylight hours, Monday through Friday. During this time motorists should allow for travel delays up to 15 minutes, as traffic speeds will be reduced to an alternating single-lane closure through the work zone. Motorists traveling on US 50 will find the speed limit reduced to 45 mph through areas of active construction during work hours and are asked to use caution when approaching and driving through the work zone. All business and residence access will be maintained but may be temporarily altered. A 12-foot width restriction will begin on April 12, 2020. The restriction will be in place Monday through Friday during project work hours. No weekend work is currently anticipated.
