The Colorado Department of Transportation will begin bridge replacement operations on US 285 over South Fork of South Platte between Fairplay and Antero Junction after the winter shutdown of the project.

The project began in late July 2021 and is expected to be completed Fall 2022.

Work will require a three-month full closure on US 285 with an offsite detour utilizing CO 9 and US 24. The closure will begin July 11 and will remain closed until mid-October. 

Work consists of bridge replacement as well as relieving wetland impacts and redirecting streams. Additionally, the bridge maintenance consists of bridge rail and guardrail replacement, as well as roadway reconstruction for the bridge approach. 

This project will benefit motorists by making the bridge safer and improving the driving experience. Zak Dirt Inc. is the contractor for this project. 

Project Information For additional information about this project: Project hotline: (719) 249-4995Project email: us285bridgereplacement@gmail.com. Project web page: www.codot.gov/projects/us285-s-fork-of-south-platte-bridge-replacement 

Notice to Commercial Truckers and Through Travelers on US 50West bound commercial truck drivers and other travelers should be aware of major closures due to the US 50 Little Blue Creek Canyon project, located west of Gunnison. Travel time between Sargents and the Little Blue Creek Canyon closure point is approximately 1.5 hours. Travelers are urged to plan ahead. Visit the project website for more information about the US 50 Little Blue Creek Canyon Project: www.us50info.com.

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

Remember: Slow For The Cone ZoneThe following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones. Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected. Watch for workers.