I-25 Nighttime Lane Closures
Travel Advisory
Colorado Springs - The Colorado Department of Transportation will temporarily close northbound Interstate 25 at Santa Fe Avenue on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 8 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. to move closer to substantial completion of the MAMSIP I-25 Safety and Efficiency Improvements Component. Crews will inspect the 7.5-mile segment to create a punchlist of final touch-up work to be completed along I-25. This closure is necessary for the safety of the traveling public and work crews.
Temporary full closure of northbound I-25 between Santa Fe Avenue and South Academy Boulevard:
- Tuesday, Oct. 8, 8 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.
- A detour will be in place: Northbound I-25 traffic will exit at Santa Fe Avenue (exit 128), travel north on the CanAm Highway (US 85/87) to South Academy Boulevard, turn west and re-enter I-25 North (MP 135).
Other nighttime work along I-25 includes:
- I-25 right lane closures between Mesa Ridge Parkway and South Academy Boulevard for installation of final pavement markings and to install rumble strips.
- Northbound I-25 right lane closure between South Academy Boulevard and Mesa Ridge Parkway, Monday, Oct. 7 and Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.
- Southbound I-25 nightly right lane closure between South Academy Boulevard and Mesa Ridge Parkway, Monday, Oct. 7 through Wednesday, Oct. 8, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
- The speed limit in this area has been reduced to 60 MPH. Traffic delays of 10 to 15 minutes are expected and motorists are urged to use extra caution while traveling in the area. Fines will be doubled through the construction zone.
Traffic Impacts
- Temporary full closure of northbound I-25 between Santa Fe Avenue and South Academy Boulevard. Use detour route
- Tuesday, Oct. 8, 8 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.
- Northbound I-25 right lane closure at South Academy Boulevard, Monday, Oct. 7 and Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.
- Southbound I-25 nightly right lane closure between South Academy Boulevard and Mesa Ridge Parkway, Monday, Oct. 7 through Wednesday, Oct. 8, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Project Contact Information
For additional information about this project:
- Call the project information line at 719-800-2162
- Email the project team at: [email protected]
- Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/militaryaccesssafetyimprovements
- To register for text alerts, text MAMSIP to 888-970-9665
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:
- Road conditions and travel information website: COtrip.org
- Chain and traction law information: codot.gov/travel/winter-driving/tractionlaw
- Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
- See scheduled lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
- Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
- Weather forecasts: www.weather.gov
- Check avalanche conditions at CAIC: www.avalanche.state.co.us
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!
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:
- Road conditions and travel information website: COtrip.org
- Chain and traction law information: codot.gov/travel/winter-driving/tractionlaw
- Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
- See scheduled lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
- Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
- Weather forecasts: www.weather.gov
- Check avalanche conditions at CAIC: www.avalanche.state.co.us
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!
