US 6 Clear Creek Canyon Resurfacing and Safety Improvements
Project Complete!
Beginning in late July, The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor partner, APC Construction, will begin work on the US 6 Clear Creek Canyon Resurfacing and Safety Improvements project.
Work will occur on US 6 between Colorado Highway (CO) 119 and the junction of CO 58 and 93 in Clear Creek Canyon. The project will take place for 11.37 miles along US 6 from mile point (MP) 260.23 to MP 271.60.
Project Benefits:
This project will greatly improve the safety and driving conditions on this 11.37-mile stretch of US 6 by:
- Resurfacing the entire project zone to address the severe deterioration of the pavement, leading to a smoother and safer driving experience.
- Minor widening of the shoulders for added safety.
- Removing and replacing all guardrail within the project limits.
- Cleaning culverts, removing loose rocks, and installing new signage and striping to meet current
standards.
Work this Week & Lane Closures
US 6 Clear County Resurfacing
Project Facts
- Cost: $11 Million
- Contractor: APC
- Timeline: July 2021 - June 2023*
*The project was supposed to be complete in April 2023 but is delayed due to weather and unforeseen constraints in the canyon. - Location: US 6 between CO 119 and CO 58 (MP 260.23 - 271.60) in Jefferson County (Clear Creek Canyon)
Work Schedule
- Daytime work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Work is expected to end in June 2023, weather dependent
Traffic Impacts
Starting in late July, motorists should expect:
- Alternating daytime single lane closures and shoulder closures for up to one mile along US 6 between CO 119 and CO 58/93.
- East and westbound traffic will alternate through the work zone with up to 10-minute traffic holds each direction. Motorists should plan for extra travel time.
- Grooved and rough pavement in sections of the project until paving operations are complete.
- No shoulder parking throughout the work zone at any time.
Other Clear Creek Canyon Projects
- US 6 Tunnel Lights & ITS: https://www.codot.gov/
projects/us6-tunnel-lights- its-project - Clear Creek Canyon Trail: https://www.codot.gov/
projects/clear-creek-canyon- trail-ph2