Northbound Lanes of I-25 at Colorado Highway 10 will close Monday evening

Travel Advisory

May 20, 2024 - Southeastern Colorado - Emergency safety barrier repairs and placement will take place tonight from 4 to 8 p.m.

Walsenburg — The Colorado Department of Transportation will close northbound Interstate 25 at Exit 50/Colorado Highway 10 in Walsenburg for approximately four hours on Monday, May 20 to perform emergency safety barrier repairs. The full closure will be in place from 4 p.m. this afternoon to approximately 8 p.m. this evening.

During this emergency work, northbound I-25 will be closed and all through traffic will be routed off the interstate at Exit 50/CO 10 with detour signage directing motorists to take I-25C through the City of Walsenburg to reenter northbound I-25 at Exit 52/Gardner W; Westcliffe. Delays can be expected.

Traffic Impacts

Motorists and area residents can expect the following impacts during construction:

  • Northbound I-25 at Exit 50/CO 10 in Walsenburg will be closed at 4 p.m. today for emergency barrier repairs.
  • The closure will be in place from 4 p.m. to approx. 8 p.m.
  • All through traffic will be routed off the interstate at the Exit 50 off ramp.
  • Signs will direct motorists to take I-25C through the City of Walsenburg to reenter northbound I-25 at Exit 52/Gardner W.; Westcliffe.
  • Delays can be expected.
  • Variable message boards, signs and construction devices will be present to alert motorists to the closure and detour routes
Detour map for northbound I-25 traffic. Northbound Interstate 25 to close at CO 10 for emergency barrier replacement.
Road map identifying detour route through Walsenburg for northbound I-25 traffic on Monday, May 20 from 4 to 8 p.m.

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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