US 85 and WCR 98 Intersection Improvements in Nunn, CO

Work this Week

Week of September 13
  • Monday - Saturday September 14-19, 7am to 4:30 pm, flaggers will assist motorists through the construction zone. 
  • WCR 98 (east side) near US 85 Intersection is closed until early October.   
    • US 85, WCR 98 Intersection Map
      TRAVEL IMPACTS
      • All motorized vehicles should expect travel impacts throughout the duration of this project.
      • Flagging operations will be in effect. Motorists should be aware of lane closures.
      • Speed reduction to 40 MPH will be in effect. Motorists are urged to obey speed reductions and watch for construction personnel and equipment in the work zone.

    About the Project

    Colorado Department of Transportation will widen the existing roadway at the intersection of US 85 and WCR 98. The improvements include widening at the UPRR crossing toward south to accommodate larger turning capacity. Drivers can expect lane closures and flagging operations as Zak Dirt, works on the project, finishing in early fall of this year.

    Project Facts

    • Cost: $1.9 million
    • Contractor: Zak Dirt, Inc.
    • Timeline: July - September 2020
    • Location: Intersection of US 85 and WCR 98 in Nunn, CO, Weld County

    US 85 Nunn MapUS 85 Nunn Work Zone


    Proposed Work Schedule

    • Work is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 7th. Work is expected to be completed by early fall 2020.
    • Normal work hours will be from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

    Traffic Impacts

    • All motorized vehicles should expect travel impacts throughout the construction of this project.
    • Flagging operations will be in effect. Motorists should be aware of lane closures.
    • Speed reduction to 4 MPH will be in effect. Motorists are urged to obey speed reductions and watch for construction personnel and equipment in the work zone.