US 160 Wolf Creek Pass Maintenance Alert
Travel Advisory
The Colorado Department of Transportation will close U.S. Highway 160 Wolf Creek Pass later this week on Thursday morning, Nov. 18. The lengthy closure is needed to allow for helicopter operations and preparations of avalanche mitigation equipment for the upcoming winter season.
Traffic Impacts
The one-day helicopter operations will take place for at least a two hour period on Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Motorists will encounter full stops at closure points on the west side of the pass at Treasure Falls (MP 157) and near the pass summit (MP 166). Travelers should plan ahead or anticipate at least a two hour closure.
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:
- Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
- Mobile app: COtrip Planner
- Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COalerts
- Check avalanche conditions at CAIC: avalanche.state.co.us
- Connect on social media: Twitter @coloradodot and Facebook facebook.com/coloradodot
