Sign replacement project to begin in Central Front Range and Southeast Colorado

Project Announcement

Custer, Douglas, Fremont, Park, Pueblo and Teller Counties - The Colorado Department of Transportation and its contract partner, Front Range Civil, will begin a sign replacement project throughout Southeast Colorado beginning Fall of 2026. Motorists should plan for shoulder closures, single lane closures and one-lane alternating traffic when work is taking place.

The project will take place at eight locations in Custer, Douglas, Fremont, Park, Pueblo and Teller Counties. Crews will remove and replace approximately 1,000 signs.

"Clear, visible signage is essential for helping motorists safely navigate southeastern Colorado's highways," said Region Transportation Director Shane Ferguson. "These new signs provide improved reflectivity, making important information easier to see at night and helping drivers travel with greater confidence and safety."

The project is scheduled for completion in June 2027.

Traffic Impacts

• Daytime work hours are sunrise to sunset Monday through Friday
• Shoulder closures, single lane closures and one-lane alternating traffic will take place in the work zone
• Minimal delays are anticipated
• Speed reduction through the work zone
• Construction schedules are weather dependent

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

• Call the project information line at 719-924-5052
• Email the project team at: [email protected]
• Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/secosignreplacements

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to "know before you go." Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org
• Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
• Check scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
• Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

Remember: 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.
• Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
• 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.
• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
• Be patient!

Download the COtrip App!

The new free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!