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CDOT warns truckers: Beware of US 160 Wolf Creek Pass

Truckers traveling along Colorado's mountain passes are reminded that runaway ramps can save lives and to never hesitate to use them. There are two ramps located on the west side of US 160 Wolf Creek Pass.

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.

Drivers in Colorado must now move over or slow down for any vehicle on the side of the road

News Release

Statewide — Starting Monday, August 7, Colorado is enhancing its Move Over law to provide greater protection for people and their vehicles on the side of the road. This significant change goes beyond just safeguarding police and emergency responders; it now requires drivers to also move over when passing disabled vehicles on the side of the road.

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.

Town of Bennett Celebrates Love’s Travel Stops and Colorado Department of Transportation Partnership at Groundbreaking Ceremony

The Town of Bennett along with Love’s Travel Stops (Love’s) and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) celebrated an innovative new partnership, that will add 114 new full use truck parking spots along the Colorado Front Range, at a groundbreaking ceremony on September 28, 2022.

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.

Summer 2022 planning guide: I-70 Mountain Corridor

Night work will minimize impacts, but motorists should watch for work zones and be prepared for a busy travel season

Clean Truck Strategy to Protect Clean Air Moves Forward

Agencies finalize roadmap for acceleration of adoption of clean trucks in Colorado

New Program Aims to Prevent Aquatic Invasive Species Spread

The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC) initiated a new program to prevent delays during the transport of watercraft destined for the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. The program, “Call Before You Haul,” provides a toll-free phone number boat transporters can call prior to transporting watercraft from outside the Pacific Northwest to one of the aforementioned states. The program is currently being piloted in 10 states and is intended to be expanded to all states in 2022.

Colorado Welcomes Arrival of New Zero-Emissions Big Rigs

New all-electric trucks will help Colorado meet its greenhouse gas reduction goals and save consumers money.

Denver - Roads in Colorado will soon be seeing green 18-wheelers — big trucks with plenty of power but zero emissions.