Major resurfacing project on Highway 82 in Snowmass Canyon projected to conclude in October

In collaboration with Elam Construction, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has commenced a significant resurfacing project on Colorado Highway 82 in Snowmass Canyon. This initiative is expected to enhance the road’s durability and safety, with a projected completion date of October 2024.

Previously, a mix of confusion came over this project, with many believing this road work would be finished in July. Instead, construction will only be pausing its development to accommodate for heavier traffic over the holiday week of July 4. 

During the initial phase, which began back in May and will continue until June 28, motorists should prepare for 24/7 single-lane closures and 40-minute delays due to extensive bridge work. Once the bridge repairs are finished, drivers will face single-lane closures with 15-minute delays from Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. To minimize inconvenience for commuters, there will be no traffic impacts on Highway 82 eastbound lanes from 6-9 a.m. and westbound lanes from 3-6 p.m.

The project spans approximately seven miles, from west of the intersection with Snowmass Creek Road/Capitol Creek Road to near Woody Creek. It includes 2 inches of asphalt milling, a 2-inch hot mix asphalt overlay, bridge repairs at six locations, guardrail replacement, and road striping. Additional work involves removing and installing curbs, gutters, and ADA-compliant ramps at Highway 82 intersections with Snowmass Creek, Watson Divide, and Aspen Village roads.

It remains unclear how much of an impact this will have on daily commuters, but delays are expected until October, minus the small break in July for the holiday. Drivers are being asked to plan accordingly. 

For more information, call 970-986-6288, or email the project team at resurfacingproject@gmail.com. More information can be found on the CDOT website, codot.gov.