US 285 resurfacing in Park County

Travel Advisory

April 14, 2025 - Southeastern Colorado - Work will begin between west of Bailey and Pine Junction on April 28

Park County — The Colorado Department of Transportation and its contract partner Brannan Sand and Gravel will start a resurfacing treatment project along US Highway 285 in Park County on April 28. The project will extend eight miles from west of Bailey (mile point 219.75) to Pine Junction (MP 228.95). The project includes the resurfacing of US 285 and the on- and off-ramps at County Road 72, new guardrail and will add a turn-lane on northbound US 285 onto County Road 64A.

The project will enhance safety by reduce road irregularities through resurfacing. An even road surface improves vehicle control and reduces the risk of losing control, especially in wet conditions. It can also enhance visibility for drivers and decrease wear and tear on a vehicle.

Traffic Impacts

Beginning April 28, motorists will encounter road work between west of Bailey and the Jefferson County line. Traffic impacts will include:

Daytime work hours range from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday until June when the work transitions to nighttime hours 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Motorists can expect a single-lane, alternating traffic guided by a pilot car, in either direction for the duration of the project
Speeds will be reduced to 40 MPH in the work zone
Schedule is subject to change during inclement weather

The map shows the length of the re-paving operation, which goes from west of Bailey to Pine Junction. It also includes the area for the new turn-lane at County Road 64A.

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

Call the project information line at 970-844-0357
Email the project team at: [email protected]
Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/us285parkcountyresurfacing

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
Check 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!

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