Multiple construction projects are impacting travel in Glenwood Springs this April, including lane closures on Hwy 6 & 24, Airport Road delays, and I-70 restrictions through Glenwood Canyon. Drivers should expect detours, reduced speeds, and longer travel times.
Drivers and residents in Glenwood Springs should expect a mix of lane closures, detours, and seasonal construction activity across several key corridors this month. Projects range from local utility work to major highway impacts through Glenwood Canyon.
The shared-use path along Highway 6 & 24 is closed between Donegan Road and Linden Street through August 31, 2026 as crews work on a new path and utility upgrades.
Motorists should expect:
Transit riders should note:
Construction to replace aging natural gas mains is underway along Airport Road south of Morgan Street.
CDOT crews have resumed work on bridge joint improvements throughout Glenwood Canyon, impacting travel along a 17-mile stretch between Glenwood Springs and Dotsero.
Key impacts include:
Upcoming ramp closures:
Drivers should plan for delays, especially during peak travel times.
The recreation path through Glenwood Canyon is partially open:
The full corridor is expected to reopen within the next two weeks as final repairs and safety improvements are completed.
The 9th and Cooper Parking Garage will have a partial closure on April 3 starting at 10 a.m.
A larger construction project on Coach Miller Drive is scheduled for summer 2026, running from June 4 through September 1.
The City of Glenwood Springs will host two public meetings for residents:
Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians are encouraged to follow posted signage and use caution in active work zones.
Residents can sign up for emergency and construction alerts through Garfield County and the City of Glenwood Springs to receive real-time updates on road conditions and closures.
