Travel Alert | Winter Storm Warnings - Stay updated at cotrip.org

The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Warnings and Watches for most mountain areas. A slow moving spring storm will bring heavy, wet snow above 7,500ft of elevation to all mountain ranges through Wednesday (5/7). Snow showers will start Monday (5/5) across the central mountains, including I-70 corridor, and the southwestern passes with the heaviest accumulations expected Tuesday (5/6). Lower elevations, including Denver and the Front Range should expect significant rain through the duration.  

  • State Law stipulates commercial vehicles must carry chains or approved alternate traction devices on most mountain roadways until May 31. Chain Laws are likely to be in place during this storm. 
  • Heavy rains may create standing water issues and localized flooding 

News Article

CDOT launches new videos to increase trucker safety

Denver — As part of “The Mountain Rules” truck driver education series, the Colorado Department of Transportation is releasing three new videos aimed at educating and preparing truck drivers — especially those from out of state — for the unique challenges they face on Colorado’s mountain highways. 

Do you know about the CMV inspection alliance?

Did you know that Approximately 4 million commercial motor vehicle (CMV) inspections are conducted every year throughout North America to ensure the CMVs on our roadways are operating safely? Specially trained safety inspectors inspect these vehicles using the North American Standard Inspection Program. Learn more.

CDOT plan to rebuild several bridges along I-270

The I-270 Critical Bridge Replacements project will rebuild eight bridges, because it is no longer economical to invest in maintaining and repairing the structures, which have been in service for more than 50 years. Frequent emergency deck repairs require the closure of lanes, which adversely affect the reliability of travel times through the corridor. CDOT is advancing the bridge design so reconstruction of these critical structures can begin as soon as possible.