Work to begin on US 50 bridge over East Dry Creek in Pueblo

News Release

September 11, 2020 - Southeastern Colorado - No impact to travel or transit expected.

PUEBLO – Motorists and residents in the area of US 50 over East Dry Creek will begin to see an increase in construction activity as crews assess and carry out measures to ensure the structural integrity of the bridge. Crews will be working at the base of the bridge to remove debris around the piers. They will also evaluate the surrounding creek areas to and remove and replace riprap on slopes. 

Work begins September 15 and continues throughout the fall with completion expected in December. Crews will be on site during daylight hours Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

This project is part of CDOT’s “Whole System. Whole Safety.” initiative aimed at enhancing safety for Colorado’s traveling public. Work will ensure future bridge structure stability and limit further erosion that might otherwise compromise structural integrity.

Travel Impacts:

  • There are no travel or traffic impacts related to this project. 
  • Crews will access the site through E 11th St.
  • Motorists and residents should be aware of construction crews and vehicles in the area.

Project & Travel Information

For additional information about this project, contact the project team. 

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 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.
  • Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so
  • Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
  • Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
  • 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.
  • Be patient!

COVID-19 

Safe transportation infrastructure is essential for all of us, particularly for emergency first responders and freight drivers as Colorado navigates the COVID-19 pandemic. With that in mind, CDOT maintenance and construction crews  follow social distancing and other health safety measures to reduce COVID-19 exposure on the worksite. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment announced guidelines for construction activities. The public is urged to join the campaign for #DoingMyPartCO by practicing social distancing and wearing face masks.  As traffic returns to normal levels, motorists must drive cautiously and heed the speed limit so all of us can return home safely.

Whole System. Whole Safety.

In early 2019, CDOT announced its Whole System — Whole Safety initiative to heighten safety awareness. This initiative takes a systematic, statewide approach to safety combining the benefits of CDOT’s programs that address driving behaviors, our built environment and the organization's operations. The goal is to improve the safety of Colorado’s transportation network by reducing the rate and severity of crashes and improving the safety of all transportation modes. The program has one simple mission—to get everyone home safely.