I-70 YEAR IN REVIEW
Dec 31, 2020, 11:32 AM
In 2020 we saw lots of progress towards the achievement of I-70's long-term plan. Here are some of the biggest highlights!
CDOT WARNS BACKCOUNTRY USERS TO WATCH WHERE YOU PARK!
Dec 10, 2020, 11:57 AM
Snowsports in Colorado's backcountry usually comes with a slew of parking challenges. To avoid heafty consequences, make sure you understand the laws before leaving your car behind!
SUMMIT COUNTY MOVES TO COVID-19 DIAL CODE RED
Nov 17, 2020, 9:59 PM
Due to accelerating COVID-19 conditions, Summit County will be deploying a new degree of restrictions on Friday, 11/20. Check out this article to learn more.
HAVE YOU USED THE I-70 MOUNTAIN CORRIDOR IN THE PAST NINE MONTHS? IF SO, TAKE THIS SURVEY!
Oct 22, 2020, 8:30 AM
Participants who qualify and complete the survey could be entered for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card!
WESTBOUND EXRESS LANE TO BE OPEN FOR TESTING BY THIS SKI SEASON!
Oct 9, 2020, 1:08 PM
Read this post for some of the best I-70 news we've shared all year. WB TOLL LANE OPEN FOR FREE
MAJOR MILESTONE HIT ON VAIL PASS PROJECT; PUBLIC COMMENTS NEEDED
Sep 28, 2020, 10:08 AM
The West Vail Pass Auxiliary Lanes project is nearing the completion of a planning process that started back in 2017. Public input through 10/21 is needed! With the completion of these planning steps and the grant money awarded to CDOT earlier this Summer, the Vail Pass Aux Lanes move closer to becoming a reality.
SEPTEMBER = START OF TRACTION LAW
Sep 12, 2020, 7:40 PM
Summer is over! From September 1 through May 31, all vehicles on the I-70 Mountain Corridor must be in compliance or they will be subject to ticketing.
AUGUST WILDFIRES AND HEATWAVE HAVE EXTREME IMPACTS TO AIR QUALITY AND ON I-70
Aug 29, 2020, 6:05 AM
This post will provide updates and information about Colorado's August heat wave, air quality impacts, wildfire status, and implications for I-70 through Glenwood Canyon
GRIZZLY CREEK FIRE RAGES THROUGH GLENWOOD CANYON
Aug 14, 2020, 8:45 AM
We will update this post with more information as the situation continues to develop. As of now, the fire which began the afternoon of Monday 8/10, has spread to over 29,000 acres.
CDOT LAUNCHES ENFORCEMENT CAMPAIGNS TO ENCOURAGE LAW-ABIDING TRAVEL
Jul 31, 2020, 1:10 PM
Throughout this Summer, CDOT has concentrated communications and enforcement efforts on trying to curb impaired driving and encourage a higher degree of seat belt use.
OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE INPUT TO FRONT RANGE PASSENGER RAIL PLAN
Jul 16, 2020, 3:07 AM
Through the end of July, the Front Range Passenger Rail project team is seeking the public's feedback through an online platform. Check it out!
CDOT AWARDED $60 MILLION FEDERAL GRANT TO IMPROVE I-70 AT VAIL PASS
Jul 1, 2020, 6:34 PM
Receiving this funding is a major victory for Colorado, as this project has long been an essential part of I-70's long term plan.
COLORADO'S MOUNTAIN TOWNS AND RECREATION AREAS BEGIN TO REOPEN
Jun 2, 2020, 4:50 PM
Welcome back to the mountains! Please come bearing open wallets and facemasks. It will take some time before everything feels normal, and we do urge CAUTION and SAFETY, but we are hopeful and excited.
I-70 UPDATES, SPRING 2020
May 16, 2020, 12:04 AM
Check out this quarterly update for info on upcoming corridor projects, funding, COVID-19 impacts, and our Traffic Demand Management program.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO AVOID HIGH COUNTRY TRAVEL
May 1, 2020, 11:19 PM
We all miss Colorado's mountains; but for the love of its people, it's not yet time to visit them
COVID-19'S IMPACT ON TRAVEL: I-70 AND BEYOND
Apr 15, 2020, 1:28 AM
From empty highways, declining emissions, and thriving brown bears - COVID-19 has caused an enormous degree of mobility related impacts.
COLORADO'S CRAZIEST AVALANCHE SEASON
Mar 11, 2020, 6:31 PM
A year removed, we look back at March 2019's historic avalanche activity, and the rare series of events that precipitated it.
COLORADO'S "MOVE IT" LAW
Feb 21, 2020, 7:20 PM
Ever find yourself in an I-70 fender bender? Move to the shoulder - it's the law and it's more important than you may think!
SNOWSTANG PERFORMANCE EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
Jan 23, 2020, 12:20 AM
Snowstang has surprised and impressed stakeholders in lots of different ways. Learn more and take a ride on the 'Stang to help support the sustainability of this great program!
ROCKFALL MITIGATION ON I-70 WILL CAUSE TRAFFIC TO BE STOPPED - MAKE SURE YOU KNOW THE WORK SCHEDULE
Dec 6, 2019, 3:36 PM
Following last weekend's rockfall, mitigation efforts are required on I-70 to prevent further disturbances. Delays can be avoided by traveling outside of 'work periods.' This article shares the work and delay schedule for the next couple weeks. If anything changes we will update accordingly.
DO YOU KNOW YOUR TRACTION LAW?
Nov 8, 2019, 1:30 PM
Colorado's new traction law can be confusing. This should help clarify some things.
ARAPAHOE BASIN, LOVELAND, AND STEAMBOAT HELP REDUCE I-70 TRAFFIC AND EMISSIONS WITH THIS WINTER'S SNOWSTANG BUS SERVICE
Oct 8, 2019, 4:42 PM
Snowstang's funding partners deserve an enormous THANK YOU from all of us this winter. Read this article to learn more about the new I-70 bus service and to find out how you can help support this program and make it a success! #Snowstang
CDOT URGES DRIVERS TO BE PREPARED THIS LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
Aug 29, 2019, 10:50 PM
With high traffic volumes and dynamic weather, the unpredictable can always happen. Be prepared and minimize potential travel-related impacts this holiday weekend.
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON CDOT'S - "YOUR TRANSPORTATION PLAN"
Aug 13, 2019, 6:05 PM
This quick survey is a big opportunity to make your voice heard!
CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS ON AND NEAR I-70
Aug 2, 2019, 11:00 PM
Learning about construction's impact on travel times is an important part of 'know before you go' - stay informed by checking out this post!
NEXT UP FOR I-70: WESTBOUND IMPROVEMENTS
Jun 20, 2019, 3:28 PM
You will see construction on I-70 this summer. Learn more!
I-70 USER STUDY RELEASED! HERE'S WHAT IT SAYS
Jun 7, 2019, 11:17 PM
Check out key findings from our recently published I-70 User Study
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND TRAVEL - THINGS TO KNOW
May 21, 2019, 2:00 PM
Get ready for the unofficial start of Summer. For best travel results - read this before heading out of town this weekend.
CDOT IMPROVES TRAVEL ALERTS FOR USERS
May 3, 2019, 11:10 PM
Subscribing can end up saving you time and stress while out on Colorado's roadways.
'MULTIMODAL' IS BUZZWORD OF 2019
Apr 19, 2019, 8:00 PM
CDOT establishes new Office of Innovative Mobility
HOW DOES THE I-70 EXPRESS LANE WORK?
Apr 5, 2019, 2:54 PM
Read on and find out more about how the I-70 Mountain Express Lane is a first, and successful step towards easing the pain of I-70 travel.
MARCH SEES UNPRECEDENTED AVALANCHE ACTIVITY
Mar 18, 2019, 7:30 AM
This month has been a wild one. Read on to learn why...
GREAT NEWS FOR WILDLIFE ON I-70!
Mar 1, 2019, 10:40 AM
Learn more about this amazing project and consider getting involved!
PREPPING FOR PRESIDENTS' DAY TRAVEL
Feb 14, 2019, 8:46 PM
Check out these tips and tricks to avoid traffic this weekend!
BE A CHAMPION - LETS CARPOOL MORE!
Feb 1, 2019, 2:15 PM
This is a call to action. We need you to carpool! Encourage your friends and colleagues, and please share this post!
HIGH SPEED TRANSIT: ECONOMIC IMPACTS CONSIDERED
Jan 3, 2019, 10:51 PM
A long-term plan for addressing congestion through the I-70 mountain corridor was issued by the Federal Highways Administration and the Colorado Department of Transportation in 2011 that includes three main components: non-infrastructure improvements ...
#BALDTIRESSUCK - A CALL TO CHECK TIRES
Dec 6, 2018, 10:44 PM
As Colorado’s mountains get blanketed with snow, advocates with the I-70 Coalition and CoPIRG Foundation launched a new campaign called #BaldTiresSuck ...
MOVE IT LAW
Nov 29, 2018, 10:39 PM
Crashes — not traffic volume — account for as much as 60 percent of all traffic delays. A crash that takes 10 minutes to clear...
BE AN OVERNIGHTER NOT A DAYTRIPPER
Jan 25, 2018, 8:50 PM
Encouraging skiers to stay a Sunday night is one strategy that can result in a reduction of I-70 congestion.
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