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Sept. 23, 2022

 Michelle Peulen, Southeast Regional Communications Manager
719-225-0667 | michelle.peulen@state.co.us

 

― Traffic Advisory ―
Traffic impacts to I-25 on-ramps September 25-29 include nighttime closures at southbound and northbound Academy Blvd. on-ramps

El Paso County -The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor SEMA Construction will temporarily close both on-ramps at S. Academy Blvd. to northbound I-25 and southbound I-25 for paving operations.

Traffic Impacts 

Nighttime work
September 25-29, 8 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.,Full Ramp Closures,

I-25 southbound  N. Academy Blvd. on-ramp  

Detour Route (see map) 
To access southbound I-25 from N. Academy Blvd., motorists will take N. Academy Blvd., turn right on Kelly Johnson Blvd.                
Turn left onto N. Academy Blvd.
Stay in the right lane to access the I-25 southbound



I-25 northbound Academy Blvd. on-ramp 
Detour Route (see map) 
To access northbound I-25 from N. Academy Blvd., motorists will turn right on Voyager Pkwy to Briargate Pkwy, turn left
Stay in the right lane to access the I-25 northbound on-ramp


September 26 – 8 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.
I-25 northbound right lane closure for crews to remove barrier.

Daytime Work
September 26-29, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
 
Crews will be working on the left shoulders of the northbound and southbound N. Academy Blvd. on-ramps and the right shoulders of I-25.
 
There will be an 11’ lane restriction on the ramps.
The speed limit is 40 mph on the ramps.

Project Overview


The I-25 ramp metering project will widen ramps and install ramp metering along I-25 and the southbound Woodmen Rd. on-ramp, northbound and southbound Academy Blvd. on-ramps, and northbound North Gate Rd. on-ramp. The duration of the project is expected to be from June to November, 2022.

Project Information 

For additional information about this project:

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:

 

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.

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