Resurfacing work begins soon on CO 14 and CO 125 in Walden

Travel Advisory

May 24, 2022 - Northwestern Colorado - Crews anticipated to start work at the end of May

Jackson County —The Colorado Department of Transportation, in collaboration with McAtee Construction, will begin resurfacing work on Monday, May 31 in Jackson County. Work will take place along two highways, Colorado Highway 14 and CO 125 in Walden. The first phase of the project will begin at the end of May along 8 miles of CO 14, from Mile Point 11 to MP 19. Starting in mid-July, crews will move operations to CO 125 through downtown Walden from MP 52.3 to MP 55.

Work will primarily consist of resurfacing the roadways using a mill and overlay process. Additionally, two locations along CO 14 will be widened for truck turnarounds. Work will be done in both the northbound and southbound lanes for the duration of the project. This project will improve and prolong the life of the road surface, offering a higher quality driving experience for travelers. A smooth highway has many important safety benefits for all motorists.

Traffic Impacts

Daytime work hours will range from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Vehicles may be reduced to a single-lane, alternating traffic intermittently in either direction throughout the duration of the project. The lane closures are not expected to significantly impact traffic flow, but may cause minimal delays. The speed limit will be reduced to 40 mph on CO 14 through the work zone. The project is expected to last until mid August.

CO 14 Walden Resurfacing project maps

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

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
Download the FREE COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/3DYCDOH
Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COalerts
See scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/3n9ZAI1
Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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!

Download the COtrip App!

The new FREE COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!