CDOT conducting daytime chip seal operations the week of July 25

Travel Advisory

July 22, 2022 - Southeastern Colorado - Work will occur on CO 105 and CO 78 starting Monday at 6 a.m.

El Paso and Pueblo Counties — Colorado Department of Transportation maintenance crews will be conducting chip seal operations on CO 105 and CO 78 during the week of July 25. Chip sealing fills and seals cracks in the pavement, while prolonging the lifespan of the roadway. Chip sealing is also significantly less expensive than pavement overlay. Motorists are asked to exercise extreme caution in chip seal work zones. Speed limits are reduced to ensure your safety, the safety of crews as well as avoid damage to vehicles.

Crews will be working daytime hours and traffic will be reduced to one lane of alternating traffic or detoured off the impacted roadway.

Crews will begin work on CO 105, in Palmer Lake on Monday at 6 a.m. from Mile Point 6 to 9.4 on July 25. Traffic will be escorted through the work zone with a pilot vehicle. The speed limit will be reduced to 40 MPH and motorists should anticipate short travel delays. COtrip map of project work zone. Work is anticipated to be completed by 8 p.m.

CO 105 Work Zone Map

Crews will begin work on CO 78, in Pueblo County on Tuesday at 6 a.m. from Mile Point 16 to 20. Traffic will be escorted through the work zone with a pilot vehicle. The speed limit will be reduced to 40 MPH and motorists should anticipate short travel delays. COtrip map of project work zone. Work is anticipated to be completed by 6 p.m.

Crews will begin work on CO 78, in Pueblo County on Wednesday at 6 a.m. from Mile Point 29.9 to 33. There will be a full closure of CO 78, in both directions between Thames Drive and Surfwood Lane. There will be a signed detour in place. In the remaining work zone, traffic will be escorted through the work zone with a pilot vehicle. The speed limit will be reduced to 40 MPH and motorists should anticipate short travel delays. COtrip map of project work zone. Work is anticipated to be completed by 6 p.m.

CO 78 Work Zone Map

Know Before You Go

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.
  • 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!

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