CO 141 Mesa Creek Bridge Repair

About the Project

This is a bridge repair project located at the CO 141 Mesa Creek Bridge (Mile Point 85.5) in Montrose County. This bridge sits above Mesa Creek (an ephemeral stream) and is adjacent to the Dolores River. It’s approximately 24 miles north of the community of Naturita and 26 miles south of the community of Gateway.

The project consists of:

  • stabilization and reinforcement of the south bridge pier and abutment
  • riprap placement
  • streambank stabilization
  • grading operations
  • additional bridge preventative maintenance measures
  • final pavement overlay

The project is expected to last until July 2025.

Work this Week & Lane Closures for CO 141 Mesa Creek Bridge Repair

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost:  To be announced
  • Contractor: Myers and Sons Construction, LLC
  • Timeline: March 2025 through July 2025
  • Location: CO 141
    • Nearest Towns/Cities: Naturita and Gateway
    • Mile Point(s): MP 85.5
    • County: Montrose
Project map of the Mesa Creek bridge repair on CO 141 (MP 85.5) north of Town of Naturita and south of Town of Gateway
Project map of the Mesa Creek bridge repair on CO 141 (MP 85.5) north of Town of Naturita and south of Town of Gateway.

Project Benefits

The bridge repairs will increase the longevity of this bridge structure and ensure safety of the traveling public on this critical rural route.

Work Schedule

  • Daytime work hours range from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Work will vary from five to seven days per week depending on weather and the work activity

Traffic Impacts

Motorists can expect the following impacts during the period of construction:

  • Vehicles will be reduced to a single-lane, alternating traffic intermittently in either direction
  • The speed limit will be reduced through the work zone
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures