US 6 Clear Creek Canyon Resurfacing and Safety Improvements

Project Complete

About the Project

Beginning in late July, The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor partner, APC Construction, will begin work on the US 6 Clear Creek Canyon Resurfacing and Safety Improvements project.

Work will occur on US 6 between Colorado Highway (CO) 119 and the junction of CO 58 and 93 in Clear Creek Canyon. The project will take place for 11.37 miles along US 6 from mile point (MP) 260.23 to MP 271.60.

Project Benefits:

This project will greatly improve the safety and driving conditions on this 11.37-mile stretch of US 6 by:

  • Resurfacing the entire project zone to address the severe deterioration of the pavement, leading to a smoother and safer driving experience.
  • Minor widening of the shoulders for added safety.
  • Removing and replacing all guardrail within the project limits.
  • Cleaning culverts, removing loose rocks, and installing new signage and striping to meet current
    standards.

Project Facts

  • Cost: $11 Million
  • Contractor: APC
  • Timeline: July 2021 to June 2023*
    *The project was supposed to be complete in April 2023 but is delayed due to weather and unforeseen constraints in the canyon.
  • Location: US 6 between CO 119 and CO 58 (MP 260.23 to 271.60) in Jefferson County (Clear Creek Canyon)

Work Schedule

  • Daytime work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Work is expected to end in June 2023, weather dependent

Traffic Impacts

Starting in late July, motorists should expect:

  • Alternating daytime single lane closures and shoulder closures for up to one mile along US 6 between CO 119 and CO 58/93.
  • East and westbound traffic will alternate through the work zone with up to 10-minute traffic holds each direction. Motorists should plan for extra travel time.
  • Grooved and rough pavement in sections of the project until paving operations are complete.
  • No shoulder parking throughout the work zone at any time.

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