US 40 Crack Seal Project set to begin on October 7

US 40 Crack Seal Project set to begin on October 7September 30, 2024 - Northwestern Colorado - Work will occur from Dinosaur to Massadonahttps://www.codot.gov/news/2024/september/us40-crack-seal-project-begin-oct7https://www.codot.gov/@@site-logo/siteLogo.png

News Release

September 30, 2024 - Northwestern Colorado - Work will occur from Dinosaur to Massadona

Moffat County - The Colorado Department of Transportation will begin crack seal treatment work on Oct. 7. The work will occur along US Highway 40, in northwest Colorado from Dinosaur to Massadona, Mile Points 7 to 21. Work will be done in the westbound and eastbound lanes for a 14-mile stretch of US 40.

The project will improve and prolong the life of the road surface. Timely crack sealing is one of the most effective ways to maintain the quality and integrity of road pavement and is a very cost-effective preventive maintenance procedure. A-1 Chipseal is the contractor for this project, which is expected to last until the end of October.

Traffic Impacts

Daytime work hours range from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Traffic impacts include:

• Vehicles will be reduced to a single-lane, alternating traffic intermittently in either direction throughout the duration of the project
• Lane closures, guided by flaggers and pilot cars, will have up to 15-minute delays
• The speed limit will be reduced to 45 mph through the work zone

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

• Call the project information line at 970-548-9186
• Email the project team at: [email protected]
• Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/us40cracksealrepair

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
• See scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
• Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, 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!