CDOT Starts Highway Resurfacing Project from Hillside to Texas Creek

Work on Colorado Highway 69 will include new pavement, guardrails, and bridge repairs starting March 16.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and its contractor United Companies have scheduled a highway resurfacing project on Colorado Highway 69 from Hillside to Texas Creek, north of Westcliffe. The work will include resurfacing the northbound and southbound lanes, constructing a maintenance pull-off, installing new guardrails, new striping and signage, and bridge deck repairs.

Why it matters

This project will help prolong the life of the road surface and improve safety through this stretch of highway by upgrading the guardrail systems. The resurfacing will ensure a smoother drive for motorists in the area.

The details

The resurfacing work will occur from Mile Post 71.5, 12 miles north of Westcliffe, to Mile Post 82.6 just south of US Highway 50. Traffic will be reduced to a single lane with alternating traffic during the work hours, which are scheduled for 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Drivers can expect delays of up to 15 minutes.

  • The project is scheduled to begin on March 16, 2026.
  • The project should be completed by late summer 2026.

The players

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)

The state transportation agency responsible for overseeing the highway resurfacing project.

United Companies

CDOT's contract partner that will be performing the construction work on the highway resurfacing project.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

This highway resurfacing project will improve the safety and driving experience for motorists traveling on Colorado Highway 69 between Hillside and Texas Creek.