CDOT Closing Southbound I-25 On Ramp to Westbound I-70 for Emergency Repairs

October 4, 2013 - TRAFFIC ADVISORY - Denver Metro Colorado/CDOT Region 1 - DENVER – Starting at 12:30 p.m., CDOT crews will be closing the on ramp to westbound I-70 from southbound I-25 for emergency repairs to the bridge. The closure is anticipated by to approximately 12 hours.

“We have bridge joint damage that we need to fix immediately to protect the traveling public,” said CDOT Director of Communications Amy Ford. “Unfortunately, the extent of the damage requires that we completely close the on-ramp.”

Major delays are expected on I-25 and I-70 and alternate routes are strongly advised. CDOT would like to remind motorists to obey all construction signs and flaggers and to “Slow for the Cone Zone.” Most fines for infractions that occur in the work zone will be doubled.