I-70 Bethune & Burlington Improvements
About the Project:
This is a roadway improvement project located on I-70 between Bethune and the Kansas state line.
Improvements will be made in both the eastbound and westbound lanes from Bethune to Burlington and the westbound lanes of I-70 from Burlington to the Kansas state line.
The first phase of the project will consist of constructing two detour crossings, resurfacing east and westbound lanes of I-70, some shoulder reconditioning, rehabilitation of one overpass, and upgrading emergency median crossovers, traffic signage, delineators, striping and guardrails. This work will occur in a nine-mile stretch from Mile Point 427 near Bethune to MP 436 at Burlington.
In the next phase, crews will resurface an eleven-mile portion of westbound I-70 from MP 438 near Burlington to MP 449.6, the Kansas state line. Additionally, guardrails, delineators and striping will be upgraded along this stretch of interstate.
Project Benefits
- Resurfacing can greatly extend the life of the asphalt pavement; Some highways may last more than 50 years with periodic resurfacing of the top layer of asphalt and timely repairs.
- A smooth highway improves safety and quality of the driving experience.
Other safety upgrades built into this project include rehabilitation of the overpass, and improved access for emergency vehicles. - Updated striping and guardrails reduces incidences of serious crashes.
Work Schedule:
- The project began March 27, 2024
- Work is expected to be complete by late October 2025
- This project is anticipated to shutdown for winter between November 2024 and March 2025
- Normal working hours will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Traffic Impacts:
Motorists can expect the following impacts during the period of construction:
- The roadway shall remain open while improvements are being made
- There will be lane closures in both directions but no delays are expected
- During paving operations in the first phase, traffic will be shifted to a head-to-head configuration on one side of I-70 with single-lane traffic in both directions
- The speed limit will be reduced during work hours and all other times through the
work zone - Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures
Work this Week & Lane Closures I-70 Bethune to Burlington
Project Facts
- Construction Cost: $36 Million
- Contractor: Simon Contractors
- Timeline: March through October 2024 and
2025 - Location: I-70
- Nearest Town/City: Bethune, Burlington
- Mile Point(s): MP 427 to 436
- Mile Point(s): MP 438 to 449
- County: Kit Carson
![I-70 Bethune to Burlington Phase 1 March 2024 Map Map showing location of I-70 Bethune to Burlington Phase 1 project](https://www.codot.gov/projects/i70bethune-burlington/assets/i70_bethuneburlington_phase1_march2024.png/@@images/ba4d2cf9-a855-4e77-ad1e-8df7675efc92.png)
![I-70 Bethune Phase 2: Westbound I-70 Resurfacing Project Map I-70 Bethune Phase 2: Westbound I-70 Resurfacing Project Map](https://www.codot.gov/projects/i70bethune-burlington/assets/phase-2-wb-i70-resurfacing.png/@@images/692ee5b5-1a64-4835-90fa-b64ebf16eade.png)