Brighton Boulevard on-ramp to westbound I-70 to close this weekend

The Colorado Department of Transportation’s Central 70 Project will close the Brighton Boulevard on-ramp to westbound Interstate 70 from 8 p.m., Friday, May 7, to 5 a.m., Monday, May 10, for paving operations. 

Traffic Impacts

• Full closure of the Brighton Boulevard on-ramp to westbound I-70 – 8 p.m., Friday, May 7, to 5 a.m., Monday, May 10
  • Motorists traveling southbound on Brighton Boulevard will go west on 47th Avenue, south on Baldwin Court and then head westbound on 46th Avenue to Washington Street for access to westbound I-70.
  • Motorists traveling northbound on Brighton Boulevard will go northwest on 44th Street and then head westbound on 46th Avenue to Washington Street for access to westbound I-70.

This work is weather-dependent and subject to change. 

Detour Map

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.
• Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
• 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.
• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
• Be patient!