US 50A Culvert Repairs in Cañon City
About the Project
Work will occur northwest of US 50 and South First Street at Mile Point 278.16. Work will involve improving the two 72-inch corrugated metal pipes crossing under US 50 and the repair of the culvert lining.
About Culverts
A culvert is a tunnel carrying water drainage or a stream under a roadway.
Work this Week & Lane Closures on US 50A in Cañon City
Project Facts
- Construction Cost: $423,500
- Contractor: American West Construction, LLC
- Timeline: February 2025 to March 2025
- Location: US 50A
- Nearest Town/City: Cañon City
- Mile Point(s): 278.16
- County: Fremont
Project Benefits
Culvert improvements make necessary enhancements to:
- Accommodate higher accumulations of rainfall
- Lower the risks associated with such instances as flooding to maintain safe driving conditions
- Help prevent more costly future repairs and limit traffic impacts
Work Schedule
- Daytime work hours range from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
- Work will last approximately one month
Traffic Impacts
- Vehicles will be reduced to a single-lane, alternating traffic intermittently in either direction at limited times
- Lane closures, guided by flaggers and pilot cars will add delays to travel
- Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures
