Gunnison & Chaffee Counties — The Colorado Department of Transportation will perform week-long culvert replacement operations on US Highway 50 approximately 23 miles east of Gunnison (Mile Points 181 to 182). Beginning March 17, motorists will be guided through the work zone by temporary traffic signals. The signals will be in place 24 hours a day and motorists should plan for full stops and up to 20-minute delays during daytime working hours through Friday, March 21. CDOT urges motorists to plan ahead and allow for additional travel time on US 50 between Salida and Gunnison.
CDOT crews will work as swiftly as possible to complete the culvert replacement however operations are weather dependent.
Traffic Impacts
Work will take place March 17 to March 21. Traffic impacts include:
- 24/7 one-way alternating traffic guided by a portable traffic signal
- Full stops in both directions and up to 20-minute delays during daytime working hours
- Nighttime delays are expected to be between 10 and 15 minutes
- Expect lane shifts, closures and speed reductions
- Slow down and watch for workers and heavy equipment
Know Before You Go
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:
- Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
- Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
- Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
- Check scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
- Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone
The 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. Drive with caution.
- Don’t change lanes unnecessarily.
- Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
- Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
- Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
- Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
- Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
- Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
- Be patient!
