I-25 southbound overnight double lane closure and Sinton Trail closure for bridge girder placement

Travel Advisory

June 24, 2024 - Southeastern Colorado - Work will take place overnight June 27 in Colorado Springs between Fillmore Street and Garden of the Gods Road

Colorado Springs — Starting from 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 27th, there will be significant closures affecting both the Sinton Trail and parts of Interstate 25 in Colorado Springs between Fillmore Street and Garden of the Gods Road. These measures are crucial as they allow for safety-critical work involving the setting of bridge girders and other essential bridge work.

Sinton Trail and all lanes of southbound I-25 will reopen once safety inspections are complete.

I-25 Traffic Impacts

Motorists and area residents can expect the following impacts during bridge girder placement:

  • 7 p.m., Thursday, June 27 through the morning of Friday June 28, southbound I-25 right and middle lanes will be closed from Mile Post 145 to MP 144
  • Reduced speeds in the work zone.
  • Plan ahead and expect delays.
  • All southbound lanes will open once safety inspections are complete.

Sinton Trail Impacts

Bicyclists and pedestrians can expect the following during the bridge girder placement at I-25 and Ellston Street:

  • Full closure of Sinton Trail under I-25 at Ellston Street from 7 p.m., Thursday, June 27 through the morning of Friday June 28
  • Trail will reopen once safety inspections are complete
Road map identifying Interstate 25 southbound, right and middle lane closures from Garden of the Gods Road to Fillmore Street for bridge girder placement over Ellston St.
Closures for overnight work on Thursday, June 27, 2024. Starting at 8 p.m., I-25 southbound right lane will be closed over Ellston Street. Starting at 10 p.m., I-25 southbound middle and right lanes will be closed over Ellston Street.

Stay Informed

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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