Delays on Wolf Creek Pass This Morning

Winter maintenance operations set for tomorrow on US 160 Wolf Creek Pass

CDOT will perform winter maintenance operations on US 160 Wolf Creek Pass this morning, Tuesday December 29, beginning at 6am.

Work will take place on the west side of Wolf Creek Pass. Motorists will encounter a lengthy delay of up to two hours and are urged to allow for extra travel time this morning, Tuesday. Please be aware this delay may be extended should unusual circumstances arise. Westbound traffic will be stopped at the chain up station at Treasure Falls, MP 157. Eastbound traffic will be stopped at the top of Wolf Creek Pass near the ski area, MP 167.

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: www.COtrip.org

Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COalerts

See scheduled lane closures: codot.gov/travel/scheduled-lane-closures.html

Check avalanche conditions at CAIC: www.avalanche.state.co.us

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