Eagle County — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and contracting partner, Quikrete, will begin a resurfacing project on Monday, April 6, along Interstate 70 from near Gypsum (Mile Point 139) to Eagle (Exit 147). The project is expected to be completed in fall 2026.
The I-70 Gypsum to Eagle Resurfacing Project will improve approximately eight miles of I-70 from just west of Gypsum (MP 139) to Eagle (Exit 147). Roadway work will include milling old asphalt, paving with new asphalt, guardrail replacement, bridge deck repairs, road sign replacement and striping. Crews will also widen the westbound I-70 off-ramp at Eagle (Exit 147).
“The I-70 Mountain Corridor serves as a critical gateway to the Eagle River Valley providing vital access for local communities, freight and tourism throughout Colorado’s mountain corridor,” said Jason Smith, Regional Transportation Director. “Protecting this asset with a new road surface will add approximately 10 years of life to the interstate and provide a smoother driving experience for motorists.”
Additional project benefits include the installation of new guardrail designed to meet updated safety standards. These improvements will help vehicles that veer off course remain on the roadway, enhancing safety for the traveling public.
CDOT recently launched a dedicated resource page for motorists traveling the I-70 Mountain Corridor, including the Gypsum to Eagle resurfacing project. This one-stop source provides year-round driving information, road conditions, and safety tips, centralizing the best tools from COtrip.org and the COtrip Planner app.
Traffic Impacts
Daytime work hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m and Friday from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Nighttime work hours are Sunday night through Friday morning from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- Traffic impacts will include:
- Single-lane closures
- 11-foot. width restriction
- A speed reduction to 55 mph
- Minimal delays
