21-Day Lane Closure as CDOT begins replacement of two structures near Timpas on US 350

Description: Motorists should detour at the northern end of the project at La Junta and use Colorado Highway 10 to Walsenburg. At the southern end of the project, US 350 will be closed at MP 60. Use Interstate-25 north to Walsenburg and CO 10 to La Junta.


Published: 09/29/2022
Byline: SECO News

CDOT begins replacement of two structures near Timpas on US 350
Requires 21-day full lane closure on US 350

SOUTHEAST COLORADO — Colorado Department of Transportation and CapitalTezak JV Construction will begin bridge replacement work Oct. 3 on United States Highway 350 between La Junta and Trinidad. This work is part of a $43 million bridge bundle package that includes 17 structures state-wide. 

The bridge replacement work will require a 21-day, full closure of US 350 between mile post 57.5 and 57.1 beginning Oct. 17. Crews will be assembling the structures on the shoulders of the roadway and then will set the structures into place. Detours will be in place. 

Construction schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. 

Traffic Impacts 

US 350 between La Junta and Timpas (MP 57.5 – 57.1)

  • Monday, Oct. 3 at MP 57.5 – 57.1 crews to install advance warning signs.
  • Beginning Monday, Oct. 17, a 21-day full lane closure at MP 57.5 – 57.1, to allow crews to assemble and install bridge structures. Use detour route.

About the Project

CDOT, and its contractor partner CapitalTezak JV, will replace 17 rural structures across key highway corridors (CO 9, US 24 and US 350) in Region 2. The 17 rural structures that comprise the project area are on essential highway corridors in southeastern and central Colorado. The key corridors provide rural mobility, intra- and interstate commerce, movement of agricultural products and supplies, and access to tourist destinations. The $43 million project will start in summer 2022 and project completion is slated for winter 2024.

Project Information 

For additional information about this project:

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:

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!

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