I-70 Vail Pass crack filling project begins

Travel Advisory

August 22, 2024 - Northwestern Colorado - Single lane closures will begin on the westbound lanes of Vail Pass next week

Summit County - The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor, KSK, will begin a crack filling maintenance project on I-70 Vail Pass from Mile Point 190 to 195. Crews will begin on the westbound lanes, moving from Copper Mountain (MP 195) towards Vail ski area (MP 190), before moving operations to the eastbound lanes. This is a short duration project that is anticipated to be complete by early October 2024.

Crack sealing is the process of placing an adhesive sealant into cracks on the asphalt surface, preventing moisture from penetrating the pavement. The preservation treatment can slow asphalt’s deterioration and extend the roadway surface life by three to five years.

Traffic Impacts

Motorists will encounter traffic control for the crack filling project in two-mile spans where work is being performed. Plan for lane shifts, delays and reduced speed limits through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to zipper merge which is a method for merging traffic into a reduced number of lanes. Drivers in merging lanes are expected to use both lanes to advance to the lane reduction point and merge at that location, alternating turns.

  • Project working hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Motorists will encounter lane shifts
  • Speed limits through the work zone are 35 mph

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

  • Call the project information line at 970-306-6917
  • Email the project team at: [email protected]
Map of I-70 Vail Pass crack filling operations between Vail and Silverthorne. Motorists can expect lane shifts from Mile Point 190 to 195 beginning late August through early October.
Colorado Department of Transportation Maintenance Alert map of I-70 Vail Pass crack filling operations between Vail and Silverthorne. Motorists can expect lane shifts from Mile Point 190 to 195 beginning late August through early October.

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:

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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