CO 82 Twin Lakes Resurfacing

About the Project

The project will improve approximately seven miles of CO 82 from one mile west of Twin Lakes (Mile Point 78) to CO 82/US 24 intersection (MP 85.3).

Work will include:

• Milling old asphalt
• Paving with new asphalt
• Guardrail replacement
• Bridge rehabilitation

Bridge rehabilitation will take place at MP 84.3 and will consist of bridge rail replacement and bridge deck repairs.

Work this Week & Lane Closures on CO 82 Twin Lakes

Project Facts

• Construction Cost: $4.9 million
• Contractor: Elam Construction
• Timeline: Mid-April 2025 through September 2025
• Location: CO 82 
  • Nearest Towns/Cities: Aspen, Leadville
  • Mile Point(s): MP 78 to MP 85.3
  • County: Lake

Project Benefits

The new asphalt will provide the following benefits:

• Add years of life to the highway
• A smoother road surface
• Add durability by increasing the resistance of ruts and road damage

Other benefits of the project include:

• Installation of new guardrail that will be 31 inches high, designed to meet new safety standard requirements
• Higher railing will help veering vehicles remain on the road more effectively, making the highway safer for the traveling public
  • The former standard height of guardrail was 27 inches.

Work Schedule

• Daytime work hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m. to noon

Traffic Impacts

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

• 20-minute delays
• A speed reduction to 40 MPH
• One-lane alternating traffic guided by flagging personnel
• 10-foot width restriction
• Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures