The Colorado Department of Transportation announced on April 3 that a traffic shift will take place beginning April 14 on US Highway 50 north of Montrose as part of an ongoing culvert replacement project. Traffic will be moved onto the westbound lanes in a two-way, single-lane configuration, while the frontage road remains closed for continued construction work.
This project aims to improve roadway safety and reduce flooding risks by installing new culverts capable of handling greater rainfall. The effort is intended to help maintain safe driving conditions and preserve the integrity of the highway, with completion expected in June 2026.
According to the official website, the Colorado Department of Transportation works to improve quality of life for residents through integrated transportation solutions. The department oversees transportation infrastructure across Colorado and is responsible for building and maintaining interstates, U.S. highways, and state highways while also administering grants for aviation and transit according to its official website.
Shoshana Lew holds the role of executive director at CDOT according to information provided by CDOT. The department operates within the transportation sector with a focus on highway maintenance as well as support for aviation and transit as outlined by CDOT.
During construction, motorists can expect single- or double-lane closures, shoulder closures within work zones, reduced speeds, short delays during daytime hours from Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., all depending on weather conditions. Access changes include right-turn only access at certain intersections near Mile Posts 89.7 to 90; detailed detour maps are available via CDOT’s project website.
The broader impact of this project reflects CDOT’s goal to deliver an effective multi-modal transportation system that safely moves people and goods while enhancing environmental standards in Colorado according to its official site. For more information about this project or updates regarding schedules and impacts, travelers are encouraged to contact CDOT directly or visit their online resources.
