Drivers in Divide, expect some disruptions during your daily commute as the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Martin Marietta kick off milling and paving operations on US Highway 24. Starting June 30 and stretching until July 11, businesses along the highway will face intermittent closures, the CDOT announced in a recent press release. Work is scheduled Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with a break in operations for Independence Day from July 3 through 6.
Throughout this period, business access will be briefly restricted to let the milling machinery roll through; once milling wraps up, shops can swing their doors open again before they have to temporarily close a second time for paving. The entire cycle is set to ensure a smoother ride along this stretch of US 24, but it's bound to introduce some hiccups in your day. According to CDOT, travelers might also encounter up to 15-minute delays, likely caused by single lane closures and alternating one-lane traffic guided by a pilot car.
The area flagged for this infrastructure facelift spans from Mile Point 278 to 278.5, a segment of US 24 identified in a map provided by CDOT. This small stretch is crucial for the town as it stitches together a part of the community frequented by locals and visitors alike. If you're one to plan, which might just save you from a logistical headache, you can call the project information line at 970-456-1685 or email the project team directly at [email protected].
