CDOT hosts community open house to share information about Mobility Study in Dillon and Silverthorne at US 6 & CO 9

News Release

Nov. 13, 2024 - Northwestern Colorado - Event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 19 in Silverthorne

Summit County – The Colorado Department of Transportation invites community members and business owners to learn more about the Mobility Study in Dillon and Silverthorne at US 6 and Colorado Highway 9. The study, initiated by CDOT in partnership with Summit County, Silverthorne, and Dillon in January 2023, focuses on improving safety and operations along the US 6 and CO 9 corridors. With traffic projected to increase by 45% by 2045, the study emphasizes efficient traffic flow, enhanced accessibility, community collaboration, sustainability and safety improvements.

The open house will provide stakeholders with information about the study that examined traffic conditions from the Interstate 70 Exit 205 interchange to Hamilton Creek Road (north on CO 9) and to Lake Dillon Drive (east on US 6), including considerations of the Wildernest Road/Stephens Way loop. CDOT team members will be available to answer questions.

Open house details are as follows:

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 19
Time: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Silverthorne Pavilion, 400 Blue River Parkway, Silverthorne, CO 80498

Study Contact Information

For additional information about this study:

Email the project team at: [email protected]
Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/studies/us6co9corridorstudy

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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