Resurfacing project to begin on US 50 west of Pueblo

Project Announcement

Pueblo County - The Colorado Department of Transportation and its contract partner, Martin Marietta, will begin a resurfacing project along US Highway 50 from the Pueblo-Fremont County Line to Purcell Boulevard in Pueblo West. Starting April 6, motorists should plan for daytime and nighttime work along the corridor.

The project will improve approximately 13 miles of US 50 from Mile Point 296.2, Fremont County Line, to MP 309.3, Purcell Boulevard in Pueblo West. Work will include milling old asphalt, paving with new asphalt, bridge repairs and guardrail replacement.

"US 50 is a vital east-west corridor for commuters, freight and residents," said Region 2 Transportation Director Shane Ferguson. "The new asphalt will add approximately 10 years of life to the highway and provide a smoother road surface for motorists."

Other benefits of the project include installation of new guardrail that will be 31 inches high, designed to meet new safety standard requirements. The higher railing will help veering vehicles remain on the road more effectively, making the highway safer for the traveling public.

The project is scheduled for completion in fall 2026.

Traffic Impacts

Beginning April 6, motorists will encounter road work on US 50 from the Fremont County Line to Purcell Boulevard in Pueblo West. Traffic impacts include:

• Daytime work hours are one half hour after sunrise and until one half hour before sunset Monday through Friday
• Nighttime work hours are from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday night through Friday morning
• Single lane and shoulder closures will take place in the work zone
• 15 foot width restriction
• The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph in the work zone
• Construction schedules are weather dependent

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

• Call the project information line at 970-456-1685
• Email the project team at: [email protected]
• Visit the project website at: codot.gov/projects/us50resurfacingpueblo

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

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