US 138 Logan County Widening Project

About the Project:

The Colorado Department of Transportation and Simon Contractors will begin a widening and overlay project on US 138 between Sterling and Iliff. Work is set to begin June 5, and the anticipated completion is November 2023.

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Project Benefits

• Enhanced safety:
  • The project widens the road, adds wider shoulders, and improves emergency response time, reducing the risk of accidents and providing timely assistance.
• Increased smoothness:
  • The project uses milling and new asphalt to create a smoother roadway, improving driving comfort and minimizing vehicle wear and tear.
• Enhanced wayfinding and visibility:
  • New signage and brighter lane markings improve navigation, reducing confusion and missed exits, leading to safer driving conditions.
• Crash prevention strategies:
  • The project incorporates rumble strips to prevent vehicles from veering off the road, significantly reducing crashes and enhancing overall road safety.

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Work Schedule:

• Work will occur during daytime hours Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Traffic Impacts:

• Motorists can expect alternating lane closures with a reduces speed limit of 40 MPH through the construction zone.
• Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures

Work this Week & Lane Closures
CO 138 Logan County Widening