Independence Pass Temporary Closure This Saturday Morning for Annual Ride

May 18, 2012 - Northwestern Colorado/CDOT Region 3 - LAKE/PITKIN COUNTIES – The pass will close temporarily this Saturday morning (May 19) for the Ride for the Pass, an annual fundraiser for the Independence Pass Foundation.

The pass will close at 6 a.m. and will reopen on or before 1:30 p.m. Those not involved with the ride will not be able to pass. For more information on this annual event (which typically would be taking place before the seasonal pass opening date of Memorial Day weekend) can go here: http://www.independencepass.org/.

TRAVELER SAFETY MESSAGE: Travelers are reminded to always check conditions prior to traveling mountain passes, as spring snowstorms could close them temporarily or slow traffic at times. For roadway conditions, or information the public can log on to www.cotrip.org or call 511. Or, sign up to receive FREE road condition messages to e-mail or wireless devices by going to www.coloradodot.info and choosing the green phone icon in the upper right-hand corner.