US 50 delays Sept. 9 to 11 between Gunnison and Monarch Pass

Travel Advisory

South-Central Colorado ― Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 9, the Colorado Department of Transportation will perform an asphalt overlay surface treatment on US Highway 50 on the west side of Monarch Pass, near Sargents. The three-day paving operations will take place this week, Tuesday through Thursday, between 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Motorists will encounter full stops, alternating traffic and 15-minute delays while crews pave approximately three miles of US 50 (Mile Points 193 to 196).

Crews will work swiftly to complete the surface treatment however, work is weather dependent. Motorists are encouraged to check the most current traffic impacts on COtrip.org.

Traffic Impacts

On Sept. 9 to 11, daytime work hours range from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Traffic impacts include:

• Motorists should plan for 15-minute delays and allow for extra travel time
• Expect full stops and alternating traffic
• Watch for flaggers and signage signaling lane shifts and lane closures
• A speed reduction of 40 MPH will be enforced through the work zone

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!