Photo: Installing safety fencing around locations where water line work is taking place.
Work Activity for the week
Working hours are Monday through Saturday, 7am to 6pm and subject to change.
Motorists should expect up to 15 minute delays at various times through the work zone as equipment may need to be moved. There will be two-way traffic flowing in the eastbound lanes of US 160 through the first season of operations. 10’ width restrictions will remain in place 24/7 through December 1, 2025.
During inclement weather, project engineers will assess the roadway and work location to make determinations on work continuing depending on safety concerns for workers and commuters.
Fresh Paint!
The crew will be refreshing striping on the road and open crosswalks in preparation for pedestrian safety during the summer tourist season. This work was schedule to take place on Sunday, May 18.
New Water and Sewer Lines
In the 1st-3rd blocks, we are beginning utility work; replacing water services for the decommissioned water line and beginning sewer service replacements. The team is doing its best to work with business owners to minimize interruptions to their schedules as much as possible during this activity. The water utility updates are a joint project with PAWSD.
Businesses that may experience water service outages on the south side will be contacted by the project team to discuss the scheduled work.
The 2nd and 4th Street intersections on the north side of US 160 will remain closed until utility and drainage work is complete.
Watch Where You Walk
Pedestrian crosswalks will be open at 1st, 3rd and 4th Streets. Mid-block crossings between 4th and 5th will be closed, but the crosswalk at 5th Street will remain open.
Mountain Express Transit Bus Stop Information
The River Center stop #18 has moved to 1st St. and US 160 in front of the museum. Bus stop #19, 2nd St. and US 160 has moved to 2nd St. and Lewis St.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Watch where you are going. Do not enter the work zone or climb over work zone safety barriers. Construction work may be fascinating, but always prioritize navigating the work zone as safely as you can
- Pay attention to posted signs in the project area and follow all workers instructions. Cross streets only at open crosswalks or intersections, walk on sidewalks whenever they are available
- Be alert for moving construction vehicles and other unexpected hazards, which often move suddenly and quickly. Stay off your phone when crossing the street or walking near the work zone
- Look out for traffic before crossing the street make eye contact with drivers so you know they see you
- Look out for pedestrians and bicyclists everywhere, at all times, and especially in areas near schools, parks, shopping areas and transit stops
- Slow down as you approach the work zone, give workers extra room and be prepared to stop
- Stop before a crosswalk, not in it
- Obey all traffic signals, all light signals are operational and must be obeyed
- Never drive distracted or impaired
Safety Tips for Drivers
Stay Informed and Connect with the Project.
Call the project information line: 970-335-9230
Email the project team: Pagosa160reconstruction@gmail.com
Visit the project website: www.codot.gov/projects/us160pagosasprings
Our mailing address is:
Colorado Department of Transportation
2829 West Howard Place
Denver, CO 80204