US 550 Red Mountain Pass is closed due to a rockfall

Travel Advisory

Nov. 13, 2024 - Southwestern Colorado - Crews will begin removal operations at first light

A rockfall that occurred on US 550 Red Mountain Pass — A rockfall occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. on US 550 Red Mountain Pass

Ouray and San Juan Counties — US 550 Red Mountain Pass is closed between Silverton and Ouray due to a rockfall. The boulder will require downsizing in order to remove it from the highway. Crews will begin work at first light, Wednesday morning. It is unknown when the highway will reopen.

Travelers may consider the alternate route via CO Highway 145 through Telluride.

Visit COtrip.org for closure updates.

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:

Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
See scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

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!

Download the COtrip App!

The new free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!