CDOT performed avalanche mitigation on US 160 Wolf Creek Pass today, Wednesday, December 29. CDOT crews will perform avalanche mitigation on U.S. 160 Wolf Creek Pass tomorrow morning, Thursday, December 30. Beginning at 6am westbound traffic will be stopped just west of the ski area near the pass summit (MP 168) and eastbound traffic will be stopped near Treasure Falls (MP 158).
The duration of this closure is expected to be at least two hours long. However, please be aware this closure may be extended should unusual circumstances arise.
Travelers can expect a lengthy delay and should allow for extra travel time.
Visit COtrip.org for highway closure information and updates.
Travelers should also be advised that this week’s winter storms, expected through New Years Day, may prompt unexpected safety closures on mountain passes. CDOT and/or the Colorado State Patrol may implement safety closures due to adverse driving conditions – strong winds, blowing snow, snowpacked/icy roads and white out conditions.
Additional Winter Maintenance Ops in the Region
Avalanche mitigation is also planned for the US 550 mountain corridor for much of the day tomorrow. Crews will begin at 7am working south of Silverton on Coal Bank and Molas Passes. Once work is completed on these two passes, crews will move north of Silverton to trigger slide paths on Red Mountain Pass, likely in the late morning or afternoon.
Know Before You Go
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 the Colorado Travel webpage, COtrip.org
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