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Friday's Highway Impacts for the USA Pro Challenge

August 23, 2012 - Southeastern Colorado/CDOT Region 2 - EL PASO, PARK, SUMMIT, AND TELLER COUNTIES — Stage Five of the USA Pro Challenge takes place tomorrow, Friday, August 24.

The race will last from 10:30 a.m. until roughly 4 p.m., and will travel from Breckenridge over Hoosier Pass and then through Fairplay, Hartsel, and Woodland Park before finishing in Colorado Springs. Highways impacted include State Highway 9 and US 24.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) traveler information website ( http://cotrip.org/content/usapcc/index.html ) lists all highways impacted by the race by stage, and also refers visitors to proper local websites for local road closures. The site also contains information for motorists regarding anticipated delays, oversize/overweight restrictions, suggested alternative routes, long-term parking information, and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). The times for delays and closures are estimates and may be subject to change depending on the pace of the riders, weather, and other unforeseen circumstances. CDOT would like to remind motorists to obey road signs, Colorado State Patrol, and race officials.

During what may be the largest spectator event in Colorado history, the 2012 USA Pro Challenge will bring the world’s top cyclists and their fans to Colorado. The race lasts from Monday, August 20 through Sunday, August 26. Race officials are estimating that more than one million spectators may watch the race in person as the riders traverse nearly 700 miles of Colorado terrain. CDOT encourages fans to share their race stories, photos, and experiences at www.facebook.com/coloradodot .

For real-time information related to highway impacts, motorists are encouraged to sign up for CDOT’s email and text alerts, available at [url=http://www.coloradodot.info" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]www.coloradodot.info[/url] by clicking on the green cell phone icon, and are encouraged to follow CDOT on Twitter (@coloradodot). Daily road closure information during the event will be available by calling 511 from anywhere in the state. Spectator information is available at the USA Pro Challenge official website ([url=http://www.prochallenge.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]www.prochallenge.com[/url]).

Per CDOT: Partial Closure of Mount Evans Highway Next Week

August 30, 2012 - Central Eastern Colorado/CDOT Region 1 - CLEAR CREEK COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) will close the top portion of the Mount Evans Highway – State Highway 5 – for the season on Tuesday, September 4, at 7 a.m.

CDOT closes the five-mile segment from Summit Lake to the top of Mount Evans (14,264 feet) the day after Labor Day, per agreement with the U.S. Forest Service. The remaining 10 miles, from Echo Lake (State Highway 103) to Summit Lake, will remain open until early October unless adverse weather creates winter-like driving conditions.

Information regarding the opening and closing of seasonal highways in Colorado is available on the cotrip.org website or by calling 511. Updates also are offered via email and text. Please visit [url=http://www.coloradodot.info" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]www.coloradodot.info[/url] and click on the cell-phone icon in the upper right-hand corner. The link takes you to a list of items you can subscribe to, including General Travel Information – Seasonal Mountain Pass Closures/Openings.
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Per CDOT:
Hwy 5 Mt Evans Road now open to Summit Lake following adverse conditions. Summit Lake to the summit remains closed for the season.

Per CDOT:
CO 5 Mt Evans closed from Echo Lake to the top, adverse conditions go to cotrip.org or call 511

I-70 & Mile Marker 256 Semi ran into the runway truck ramp.

Also report of hail on the highway requiring CDOT to plow

CDOT and the Colorado Office of Emergency Management Encourage Motorists to Prepare for Winter

October 22, 2012 - Statewide Transportation Plan - DENVER – This week, October 21- October 27 is Colorado Winter Weather Awareness Week and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Colorado Office of Emergency Management are offering some tips on how to get yourself and your vehicle prepared for inclement weather.

“This time of year, winter weather can strike at any time, which means we all need to get our emergency kits and vehicles ready for winter travel,” said CDOT Executive Director Don Hunt. “Early preparation will help ensure the safety of those traveling Colorado highways during inclement weather."

The first step in preparing for winter is ensuring that you have an emergency kit in your vehicle in case you are stranded. If you find yourself stranded, stay in your vehicle, turn on your flashers, call for help and wait until it arrives. Your emergency kit should include the following:

Flares/reflectors to signal for help and warn other motorists
Sturdy scraper/snow brush/snow shovel to clear snow
Battery or crank-powered radio to listen to emergency broadcasts
Flashlight with extra batteries or crank-powered flashlight
Survival blanket or sleeping bag
Chemical hand warmers
Extra set of clothes, including coat, hat, mittens, boots, etc.
Water for each person and pet in your car
Food items containing protein such as nuts and energy bars; canned fruit and a portable can opener
First Aid Kit and essential medications
Tire chains and tow strap
Non-clumping kitty litter/sand for traction
Jumper cables
Extra cloth or paper towels for cleanup if necessary
Deck of cards or board game for entertainment

In addition to the emergency kit, be sure to check your vehicle now and before any road trip to make sure it is in safe operating condition.

Windshield Wiper Fluid
Heater/Defroster
Wiper Blades
Antifreeze
Lights
Fuel System and a Full Tank of Gas
Ignition
Exhaust System
Tire Tread
Battery Brakes

In addition to the emergency kit and vehicle preparedness, it is important for motorists to keep speeds down during inclement weather and give snow plows room to do their job. Motorists are also encouraged to plan ahead when traveling by calling 511 or visiting [url=http://www.cotrip.org" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.cotrip.org[/url] for real-time road information. Winter weather awareness information and updates are also posted by the Office of Emergency Management at [url=http://www.COEmergency.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.COEmergency.com[/url] or on Twitter at COEmergency using the #COwx hashtag.

Per CDOT:
Right lane closed westbound I-70 at Georgetown Hill through the day, with periodic 20 minute full traffic stops in each direction possible.

Update: Rock work complete for the day, all lanes open I-70 at Georgetown Hill.

Current Road Conditions per CDOT:


Current Chain Laws in Effect: