07/09/2025 | Press release | Archived content
Clear Creek Canyon - The Colorado Department of Transportation will perform required tunnel inspections along Clear Creek Canyon (US 6). The inspections will require overnight closures of US 6 for five nights in July.
Closure schedule:
Motorists can use I-70 as a detour route.
Closure schedules could change depending on the weather and other factors. Check COtrip.org for the latest information on road closures.
Motorists are urged to drive with caution at all times, give plenty of following distance, watch for crews and heed the speed limit.
Please review the closure maps below:
Map showing US 6 closed between CO 119 and I-70 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. July 9 and 10 for tunnel inspection work. The detour route is I-70. Map showing US 6 closed between CO 58 and CO 119 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. July 21, 22 and 23 for tunnel inspection work. The detour route is I-70.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:
The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.
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