Grand Junction Traffic Alert: Road Closures and Delays for the Week of April 20

Drivers across Grand Junction should plan for closures, lane reductions, and detours throughout the week of April 20 as multiple city and state projects continue. Impacts are expected across key corridors including 25 Road, Patterson Road, and I-70B.

Here is a breakdown of current projects and what to expect.

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions

Four Canyons Parkway Project

• 25 Road remains closed from Blichmann to Waite Avenue through early May
• 24 ¾ Road is closed from Apex Avenue to northbound traffic
• A temporary roadway is in place. Use caution when traveling through the area
• Detours are in place

D 1/2 Road Capacity Improvements

• D ½ Road is closed from 29 Road to 30 Road
• San Juan access to D ½ Road is closed
• Drivers should use 29 ½ Road south to D Road as a detour
• Area remains open to local traffic only

Patterson Road at Matchett Park

• Sidewalk closure on the north side of Patterson Road between 28 1/4 Road and 28 3/4 Road
• Pedestrian detours are in place for the duration of the project
• Lane shifts are expected beginning Monday
• Drivers should anticipate delays and consider alternate routes

More information: https://www.gjcity.org

South Broadway and 23 Road Roundabout

• 23 Road is closed between Broadway and South Broadway
• Detours are in place

Non-City Projects with Travel Restrictions

CDOT I-70B Phase 7 Construction

• 5th Street reduced to one lane between South Avenue and Colorado Avenue طوال the week
• Single lane and shoulder closures on Ute Avenue and Pitkin Avenue between 3rd Street and 6th Street
• Ongoing closures on Ute Avenue
• 4th Street reduced to one lane between Colorado Avenue and Pitkin Avenue
• Business and residential access will remain open

More details: Project Site

CDOT CO 340 Resurfacing Project

• Single right lane closures on the eastbound bridge
• Work hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday

More details: Project Site

What to Expect This Week

With multiple overlapping projects, drivers should expect slower travel times across several parts of the city. Areas near major corridors like 25 Road, Patterson Road, and downtown connections to I-70B will see the most consistent impacts.

Planning alternate routes, allowing extra travel time, and staying alert in construction zones will help reduce delays.

Stay Updated

For ongoing updates and real-time alerts, residents can check:

• City of Grand Junction road updates: https://www.gjcity.org
• CDOT project updates: https://www.codot.gov

Staying informed week to week is key as construction schedules and traffic patterns continue to shift this spring.