I-25 Raton Pass Resurfacing

About the Project

The Colorado Department of Transportation, in partnership with United Companies, will begin the Interstate 25 Resurfacing project south of Trinidad on Raton Pass on April 7, 2025. This project is located in Las Animas County with the work zone stretching from Colorado-New Mexico state line (Mile Point 0) to just south of Exit 8 (MP 7.6).

Work consists of:

  • Two and a half inches hot mix asphalt mill and overlay
  • Pavement markings and delineation

The project is expected to be complete in Fall 2025.

Project Facts

  • Construction Cost: $15 million
  • Contractor: United Companies
  • Timeline: April 2025 through Fall 2025
  • Location: I-25 north 
    • Nearest Town/City: Trinidad
    • Mile Point(s): MP 0 to MP 7.6
    • County: Las Animas
Project location map for I-25 Raton Pass resurfacing
Project location map for I-25 Raton Pass resurfacing south of Trinidad from Mile Point 0 to MP 7.6

Project Benefits

The project will improve drivability and provide safer road conditions for travelers.

Work Schedule

  • Work will occur during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Construction schedules are weather dependent

Traffic Impacts

Motorists and area residents can expect the following impacts during construction:

  • Traffic holds up to 10 minutes
  • Single lane closures, double lane closures and shoulder closures will take place within the work zone
  • Reduced speeds in the work zone
  • Plan ahead and expect short delays
  • Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures