Work will occur on US 160 on the east end of Wolf Creek Pass inside the tunnel. Crews plan to remove uneven road surfaces through the process of a diamond cutting technique to create a smoother surface. They will also work on structural repairs within the tunnel, and coat the tunnel walls with a waterproofing method.
Project Facts
- Construction Cost: $1.89 million
- Contractor: ABCO
- Timeline: May 2026 to October 2026
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Location: US 160
- Nearest Town/City: South Fork
- Mile Point(s): MP 174.23 to MP 175.36
- County: Mineral
Project Benefits
- Enhance safety by creating longitudinal grooves that improve water drainage
- Increase friction for better braking traction
- Reduce tire noise
- Extend pavement life
- Waterproofing inside the tunnel walls for structural integrity, safety and longevity
Work Schedule
Beginning Monday, May 18 work hours will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Traffic Impacts
- Signage will guide traffic onto the tunnel bypass lanes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through early October
- Motorists can expect brief intermittent delays
- Speeds will be reduced to 25 mph through the work zone
- Traffic fines will be doubled in the work zone
- Motorists should slow down as they approach the work zone, drive with caution, allow extra space between vehicles and give themselves extra travel time
- Refer to COtrip.org for real-time travel conditions and road closures
