US 160 east of Monte Vista: Crews to continue crack seal operations next week

RIO GRANDE COUNTY ― The Colorado Department of Transportation will continue to perform crack sealing operations on US Highway 160 just east of Monte Vista, mile points 217-222. Travelers should allow for extra travel time as intermittent closures will be enforced to allow crews to work on the highway. Work will take place next week, Monday through Thursday (Dec. 27-31), from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Traffic Impacts

Drivers will encounter full stops. Flagging personnel will guide traffic through the work zone. Up to 15 minute delays are anticipated. A speed reduction of 40 MPH will be in place and drivers should slow down and use extreme caution when approaching and driving through the work zone. Motorists are urged to be aware of crews and heavy equipment.

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts, anticipated travel impacts, and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Travel webpage: COtrip.org
• Mobile app: COtrip Planner
• Phone hotlines for road and weather conditions: 511 or 303-639-1111
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COalerts
• Subscribe to construction updates & news releases: subscription.cotrip.org
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