Chip seal operations to continue east of Bayfield next week

On Monday, Aug. 26, crews will continue chip sealing on U.S. 160 starting approximately 7 miles east of Bayfield near Deer Valley (mile point 109) and move westbound throughout the week toward Bayfield.

Crews will be working in 2-mile sections a day, and motorists should plan for up to 20- to 30-minute delays between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.

Intermountain Slurry Seal anticipates having the highway resurfacing completed at Bayfield (mile post 102) on Friday. This past week, crews completed approximately 9 miles of chip seal operations east of Bayfield (mile post 118 to mile post 109).  

Due to possible wet weather conditions, delays in operations may be possible.

Go to COtrip.org for the lastest information on road conditions.

Traffic impacts 

• Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., there will be 2-mile sections with single-lane alternating traffic (mile post 109 to mile post 102) guided by traffic control operations and a pilot car.
• The speed limit will be reduced to 40 mph in the work zone.
• Plan ahead and expect up to 20- to 30-minute delays.

Construction schedules could change depending on the weather.

Driving through chip seal projects

Travelers are urged to: 

• Slow down: Higher speeds can cause loose stones to scatter, and damage vehicle paint and windshields.
• Increase distance between vehicles: Space between you and other vehicles will help reduce damage caused by loose stones.
• Follow work zone signage: Use caution and consider worker safety when traveling through a work zone.