The Colorado Department of Transportation will close U.S. Highway 160 Wolf Creek Pass tomorrow morning, Thursday, November 18. The two-hour closure is needed to allow for helicopter operations and preparations of avalanche mitigation equipment for the upcoming winter season.
The one-day helicopter operations will take place for at least a two-hour period on Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30am. Motorists will encounter full stops at closure points on the west side of the pass at Treasure Falls (MP 157) and near the pass summit (MP 166). Travelers should plan ahead or anticipate at least a two hour closure.
Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts, anticipated travel impacts, and current road conditions prior to hitting the road.
CDOT resources include road conditions and travel information: www.COtrip.org