Four months after closure, more traffic allowed over U.S. 50 bridge
WEBAug 15, 2024 · More vehicles are crossing a U.S. 50 bridge over Blue Mesa Reservoir and fewer closures are anticipated after Labor Day — a move that transportation officials hope will provide relief to traffic flows across a critical route that connects Montrose, Gunnison and Hinsdale counties.
US 50 Blue Mesa Bridge Update - Colorado Department of …
WEBNews & Updates. Expanded travel times begin Friday, May 3 for County Road 26 local access route Significant additional resources in place as US 50 bridge inspection continues CDOT makes substantial progress ahead of US 50 …
US 50 bridge closes over reservoir; detour totals 6-7 hours - FOX31 Denver
WEBApr 20, 2024 · A bridge along U.S. 50 that crosses Blue Mesa Reservoir in southwest Colorado was closed on Thursday because of cracking, and drivers will be subject to a lengthy detour to get around it.
Approved vehicles can now cross Highway 50 bridge after ... - CBS News
WEBAug 30, 2024 · Just in time for the busy Labor Day weekend holiday, the Colorado Department of Transportation has released a list of approved vehicles that will be …
Disaster emergency declared for U.S. 50 bridge closure over ... - CBS News
WEBApr 24, 2024 · Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera has verbally declared a disaster emergency after the U.S. Highway 50 bridge over the Blue Mesa Reservoir was closed last week. The declaration will help support the...
CDOT announces plan to repair sections of U.S. 50 over Blue Mesa …
WEBMay 22, 2024 · U.S. 50 is closed between Montrose and Gunnison. Recommended alternate routes are Interstate 70 to the north or U.S. 160 to the south. A limited, local access route is in place for travel in...
Gunnison businesses excited as Highway 50 bridge ... - CBS News
WEBJul 2, 2024 · The U.S. Highway 50 bridge over the Blue Mesa Reservoir closed to traffic in April when concerns arose about whether driving across was safe. Repairs have been underway since then, impacting a...
Colorado announces disaster emergency after bridge failure forces ...
WEBThe state has announced a disaster emergency to help speed up repairs on a critical stretch of Highway 50 in Colorado’s Western Slope.
Officials say U.S. 50 between Gunnison and ... - Aspen Public Radio
WEBMay 23, 2024 · Transportation officials say the Middle Bridge over Blue Mesa Reservoir could open to limited traffic as soon as the 4th of July weekend. The bridge was closed after cracks were found in April and the closure of this portion of U.S. 50 has resulted in hours-long detours for people in the region.
Traffic impacts to US Highway 50 for week of Aug. 14 include …
WEBBaxter Road and 36th Lane will be temporarily closed at US 50 for milling during daytime hours. Detour signs will be posted when the roads are closed. Sunday through Thursday nights crews will be paving between 318.5 and 321.5. Traffic fines …
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