Learn about the roundabout project being designed for CO 83
Join CDOT for an open house on Oct. 25

DOUGLAS/EL PASO COUNTIES — The southeastern region of the Colorado Department of Transportation has identified a need to evaluate traffic operations and design of a roundabout at the intersection of CO 83 and County Line/Palmer Divide Avenue located at the boundary of Douglas County and El Paso County. 
 
CDOT will host a second opportunity to discuss the intersection and planned roundabout at an open house on Oct. 25 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the commons area at Monument Academy Middle School (east campus), 4303 Pinehurst Circle, Colorado Springs.  The Project Manager is planning to have an open discussion with attendees from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Attendees will have time to review materials and provide written comments from 6 to 7 p.m.  The open house will have stations showing a detailed design of the roundabout intersection, information about traffic data in the area and performance of the roundabout, along with videos about driving roundabouts. 
 
The project is currently in the design phase. Funding for final design and construction of the project have not been identified. 

Project Information 

For additional information about this project:

• Project Hotline: 719-823-2177.
• Project email: CO83PalmerDivideRoundabout@gmail.com
• Project web page: codot.gov/projects/co83-palmer-divide-roundabout

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org 
• Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
• See scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
• Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

• Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.

• Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.

• Watch for workers. Drive with caution.

• Don't change lanes unnecessarily.

• Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.

• Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.

• Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.

• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.

• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.

• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.

• Be patient!

Download the COtrip App!

The new FREE COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!

About CDOT

The Colorado Department of Transportation’s mission is to provide the best multi-modal transportation system that most effectively and safely moves people, goods and information. CDOT maintains more than 23,000 lane miles of highway, more than 3,400 bridges and 35 mountain passes. Our team of employees works tirelessly to reduce the rate and severity of crashes and improve the safety of all modes of transportation. CDOT leverages partnerships with a range of private and public organizations and operates Bustang, an interregional express bus service. Find more details at codot.gov.