Motorists should expect slower speeds and and lane closures between Santa Rita Park and Three Springs beginning Wednesday

Travel Advisory

Durango - Beginning Oct. 1, the Colorado Department of Transportation will perform two-day maintenance operations on US Highway 160 (South Camino Del Rio) between Santa Rita Park and Three Springs. Motorists should anticipate congestion and slower speeds between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday. Lane shifts and closures with occur intermittently throughout the corridor to allow for worker safety while they fill potholes.

Crews will attempt to keep traffic moving through the work zone however, significant congestion can be expected due to limited lanes available.

Traffic Impacts

Operations will take place on Oct. 1 and 2. Daytime work hours will range from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Motorists should expect slower speeds, lane shifts and delays
• Travelers should allow themselves up to 15 minutes of additional travel time
• A speed reduction of 40 MPH will be enforced through the work zone
• Motorists are urged to watch for workers and their equipment, slow down and drive with extreme caution

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!

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!