Resurfacing project completed on CO 112 from Del Norte to US 285 junction

Resurfacing project completed on CO 112 from Del Norte to US 285 junction Oct. 17, 2025 - Southwestern Colorado - A smoother surface offers safer driving on this popular rural bypass https://www.codot.gov/news/2025/october/resurfacing-complete-co112-del-norte-us285 https://www.codot.gov/@@site-logo/siteLogo.png

Project Update

Oct. 17, 2025 - Southwestern Colorado - A smoother surface offers safer driving on this popular rural bypass

CO Highway 112 in south-central Colorado received resurfacing, a three-application treatment for long-lasting durability of the roadway.

Rio Grande and Saguache Counties - The Colorado Department of Transportation, in partnership with United Companies, completed the resurfacing project along CO 112 on Wednesday, Oct. 15. The project improved approximately 13 miles of CO 112 in Del Norte from the US Highway 160/CO 112 intersection, Mile Point 0, to the CO 112/US 285 junction, MP 13.2.

"CO 112 is a busy highway for south-central Colorado travelers," said CDOT Regional Transportation Director Julie Constan. "Local commuters, as well as agriculture and freight drivers, use this as an efficient connector and rural bypass route when traveling through the San Luis Valley. The new resurfacing will make this valuable alternative route more reliable for Valley travelers."

Work included milling the old asphalt surface, paving with a mixture of recycled and new asphalt (three applications) and bridge repairs. Crews worked in coordination with the Union Pacific Railroad, for rail repairs, and the City of Del Norte, for utility repairs.

Newly installed guardrail is 31 inches high, designed to meet new safety standard requirements. The higher railing will help veering vehicles remain on the road more effectively.

The new asphalt will add years of life to the highway, provide a smoother road surface and will add durability by increasing the resistance of ruts and road damage. The new guardrail is 31 inches high, designed to meet new safety standard requirements. The higher railing will help veering vehicles remain on the road more effectively, making the highway safer for the traveling public.

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!