Multiple work zones on Colo. 151 will add to travel time between Ignacio and Chimney Rock

In addition to the extensive resurfacing and culvert repair work that has been occurring on Colo. 151 (mile points, MP, 12 to 26) since mid-February, Colorado Department of Transportation maintenance crews will pave a short segment of Colo/ 151 just north of the project boundaries from Monday, July 28, through Wednesday, July 30. 

Motorists should allow for up to 30 minutes of additional travel time between Allison and the U.S. 160 junction, near Chimney Rock National Monument. 

Traffic impacts 

Maintenance paving operations: Colo. 151 (MP 31 to MP 32)

• Daytime work hours range from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Wednesday.
• Motorists should plan for 10- to 15-minute delays. 
• Expect one-lane alternating traffic guided by temporary traffic signals and a pilot vehicle. 
• Motorists entering the highway from a driveway or intersection must wait for a pilot car before proceeding with the flow of traffic.

Resurfacing and culvert improvement project:  Colo. 151 (MP 12 to MP 26)

• Daytime work hours range from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
• Motorists should plan for 15-minute delays. 
• Expect one-lane alternating traffic guided by flagging personnel .
• Work will consist of paving operations and guardrail installation. 
• For more project information, visit: www.codot.gov/projects/co151resurfacinglaplata.

All work is weather-dependent. Motorists are encouraged to check the most current traffic impacts on COtrip.org.