Overnight Closures on Powers Boulevard Scheduled for May 9th: CDOT Advises Colorado Springs Motorists of Detours and Traffic Shifts
Colorado Springs' Powers Boulevard will close overnight on May 9 for bridge work, requiring detours at East Platte Avenue for southbound drivers and at Airport Road for northbound drivers.
Fort Collins Alerts Residents of Prospect Road Closure June 3-5 for Railroad Crossing Work
Prospect Road in Fort Collins will be closed from June 3-5 for railroad crossing work, with detours on Mulberry Street, Drake Road, and alternative paths for pedestrians and cyclists. Transfort’s MAX service remains unaffected.
Section 16 Trailhead Enhancement: Colorado Springs Embarks on New Trail Reroute Project
Colorado Springs is beginning a trail reroute project on May 4 at the Section 16 Trailhead, aiming to improve the Palmer Red Rock Loop Trail's durability and accessibility. No closures are required, with completion expected by end of June.
CDOT Rings Alarm Over 57% Spike in Motorcycle Deaths in Colorado, Urges Safety Measures Ahead of Awareness Month
The Colorado Department of Transportation reported a 57% rise in motorcycle deaths over the past decade, with 2024 being the deadliest year. They emphasize safety and helmet use, noting a hopeful 20% decrease in fatalities in early 2025.
Colorado Traffic Fatalities Drop by 21% Amid Safety Efforts, with El Paso, Adams, Weld Counties Leading Improvement
Colorado reports a 21% drop in traffic fatalities, with CDOT citing efforts such as enforcement and safety campaigns for the decline. Despite improvements, regions vary, and authorities urge continued caution.
CDOT and Road Safe Traffic Launch Highway Safety Upgrade in Southeast Colorado and Central Front Range
CDOT and Road Safe Traffic are starting a road safety project in southeast Colorado, involving the installation of rumble strips and pavement striping on various highways, with construction causing potential commute disruptions.












