Two road closures planned for I-25 North Express Lanes Berthoud to Johnstown Project

Travel Advisory

February 25, 2023 - Northeastern Colorado - This temporary full closure will decrease the duration of traffic impacts and increase safety for the traveling public and crews

Larimer County — On Tuesday, Feb. 21, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Colorado Department of Transportation and the I-25 North Express Lanes Project will temporarily close Larimer County Road 16 under I-25 while crews place new bridge deck panels. This temporary full closure will decrease the duration of traffic impacts and increase safety for the traveling public and crews. Please follow posted detour signage in the area.

  • Westbound LCR 16 traffic will take the eastern Frontage Road north to E. County Road 18, turn and take I-25 south to exit 254, turn right and continue west on LCR 16.
  • Eastbound LCR 16 traffic will take the western Frontage Road south to Larimer County Road 14, turn and take the eastern Frontage Road north, turn right and continue east on LCR 16.

LCR 16 Closure map

Also, on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Larimer County Road 14 under I-25 will be temporarily closed while crews pour concrete for a new bridge deck. Please follow posted detour signage in the area.

  • Westbound LCR 14 traffic will take the eastern Frontage Road north to E. County Road 16, turn and take the western Frontage Road south, turn right and continue westbound on LCR 14.
  • Eastbound LCR 14 traffic will take the western Frontage Road north to E. County Road 16, turn and take the eastern Frontage Road south, turn left and continue eastbound on LCR 14.

LCR 14 Closure map

Construction is weather-dependent and subject to change.

Please visit www.codot.gov/projects/north-i-25, for the most current travel updates. The I-25 North Express Lanes Project: Berthoud to Johnstown section will increase highway capacity by adding an Express Lane in each direction, rebuild interchanges, replace aging bridges, straighten highway curves to improve safety, make major utility and drainage improvements, and add carpool and transit facilities. During construction on the I-25 North Express Lanes Project, motorists should expect speed reductions to 65 mph, minor lane shifts, temporary concrete barriers and median bridge work. Motorists should also expect delays during the scheduled work hours. Construction on the Berthoud to Johnstown segment is expected to be complete in 2024.

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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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