US 50 Purcell Interchange

Work this Week
March 20 - 25

Motorists can expect:

  • Left and right shoulder closures on eastbound and westbound US 50 from Pueblo Boulevard to Purcell Boulevard will remain in place 24 hours a day, seven days a week
  • The right shoulder will also be closed in both directions of US 50 at McCulloch Boulevard 24 hours a day, seven days a week
  • Various lanes northbound and southbound Purcell Boulevard between Spaulding Avenue and Industrial Boulevard will be closed Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. with flagging operations in that area
  • Motorists could experience minor delays.
  • Normal working hours are from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday – Friday.

About the Project

The Colorado Department of Transportation will begin construction July 28 on the new interchange at US Highway 50 and Purcell Boulevard in Pueblo West. The first phase of the project is lengthening the third westbound travel lane of US 50 between Pueblo Blvd. and Purcell Blvd. Additional improvements such as sidewalks, curbs and gutter are part of the project design.

 These improvements will significantly increase safety on a roadway that carries a high volume of traffic, reduce commuting times for area residents, and allow pedestrians to safely navigate the intersection.

Project Facts

  • Cost: $33 Million
  • Contractor: Kirkland Construction
  • Timeline:  Late July 2020 – Fall 2022
  • Location: US 50 Between Pueblo Boulevard and Purcell Boulevard, mileposts 311.78 - 307.28, Pueblo County

US 50 & Purcell Median Removal

US 50 Purcell Rendering

Proposed Work Schedule

  • Normal working hours will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work during overnight hours can be expected during some phases of the project.

Traffic Impacts

  • During the initial phase of the project, motorists will encounter a night-time closure of the right lane and right shoulder on westbound US 50 beginning at 7 p.m. from Sunday through Thursday evenings as crews set barrier to create the work zone. The right lane will reopen each morning at 6 a.m. The right shoulder will remain closed until construction is nearly complete.

    • The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph through the work zone
    • Delays up to 10 minutes can be expected

Slow for the Cone Zone!

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

  • Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits
  • Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected
  • Watch for workers. Drive with caution
  • Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so
  • Expect delays, especially during peak travel times
  • Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you
  • Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones
  • Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you
  • Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones
  • Be patient!