04/25/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/25/2024 16:01
Eagle County - The Colorado Department of Transportation and prime contractor, Siete Inc., will begin a median wall replacement project along Interstate 70 starting in early May. Work will take place in Dowd Canyon, between Avon and West Vail and from Mile Point 169.5 to MP 171.5. The project continues on I-70 over the junction with US Highway 6.
Crews will be removing the existing median wall between east and westbound lanes and replacing it with a Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) wall. Additional light paving, striping and electrical operations will accompany the wall replacement. The project will not only protect the future integrity of the roadway, but will also enhance the aesthetics of the corridor for a safer and more enjoyable driving experience. Work is scheduled for completion in October of this year.
Motorists can expect a closure of the US 6 to westbound I-70 on ramp from May 6 to August 18. Drivers will be rerouted on eastbound I-70 toward West Vail, to exit 173, under the interstate on Chamonix Road to the westbound I-70 on-ramp.
Travelers to and from Leadville can avoid this and other nearby construction projects by using Colorado Highway 91 and Interstate 70.
There are several CDOT projects in the area during the 2024 construction season. Travelers are encouraged to check COtrip.org for the most up-to-date information about traffic impacts and to select the best route. Projects are the US 6 and Post Boulevard Roundabout, I-70 Mile Point 170.5 Essential Wall Repair Project, I-70 Dowd Canyon Variable Speed Limit Sign Project,and the US 24 Resurfacing south of Minturn project. All four projects will be underway by June 2024.
Motorists and area residents can expect the following impacts during construction:
For additional information about this project:
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:
The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.
The new free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!