CO 141 is closed between Gateway and Naturita

Travel Advisory

August 13, 2024 - Southwestern Colorado - Mesa Creek Bridge to be inspected beginning tomorrow

Montrose and Mesa Counties - CO Highway 141 between Gateway and Naturita is closed both northbound and southbound directions. The closure is located at the bridge over Mesa Creek, about 15 miles south of Gateway and 22 miles north of Naturita, mile point 85.6. The closure was implemented this morning at 10:45 a.m., Monday, Aug. 12.

Erosion from recent storms is a concern for travel over the bridge. An inspection of the structure will be conducted beginning tomorrow and stabilization of the bridge piers may be required.

It is not known when the highway will reopen. Visit COtrip for road closure updates: CO 141 Closed at MP 85.6.

Map of closure on CO 141 at Mesa Creek Bridge, Mile Point 85.6, 15 miles south of Gateway and 22 miles north of Naturita. — Map of closure on CO 141 at Mesa Creek Bridge, mile point 85.6, 15 miles south of Gateway and 22 miles north of Naturita.

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts, anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions before hitting the road. CDOT and other resources include:

Road conditions and travel information website: COtrip.org
Chain and traction law information: codot.gov/travel/winter-driving/tractionlaw
Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
See scheduled lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
Weather forecasts: www.weather.gov
Check avalanche conditions at CAIC: www.avalanche.state.co.us

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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