CDOT to host open house listening session for Divide corridor on Nov. 9

News Release

Teller County - The Colorado Department of Transportation invites residents, business owners and community members to participate in an upcoming public listening session focused on the future of the US Highway 24 and Colorado Highway 67 corridors in the Divide area.

The listening session is an opportunity for the community to help shape the vision for the corridor by sharing local perspectives, identifying concerns and discussing priorities for its future. Community input will help inform project planning as the team works to understand the needs and expectations of the people who live, work and travel in the area.

"We want to hear from the people who know this corridor best," said Jason Nelson, CDOT Traffic Program Engineer. "This is an opportunity for the community to share what matters most to them and help inform how we plan for the corridor's future."

Crash data and traffic counts will be available to help inform the discussion. The meeting will focus on listening to community members and gathering input, proposed design alternatives will not be presented at this stage of the project.

Public Listening Session

Date: Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Time: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Teller County Sheriff's Office, 11400 US 24, Divide, CO

Community members are encouraged to attend and share their ideas, concerns and priorities for the future of US 24 and CO 67.

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

• Project website: codot.gov/projects/studies/us24co67corridor

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!

About CDOT

The Colorado Department of Transportation's mission is to provide the best multi-modal transportation system that most effectively and safely moves people, goods and information. CDOT maintains more than 23,000 lane miles of highway, more than 3,400 bridges and 35 mountain passes. Our team of employees works tirelessly to reduce the rate and severity of crashes and improve the safety of all modes of transportation. CDOT leverages partnerships with a range of private and public organizations and operates Bustang, an interregional express bus service. Find more details at codot.gov.