Culvert Failure Prompts Closure of CO 71 Between Rocky Ford and Ordway

Description: Emergency closure of CO 71 between Rocky Ford and Ordway due to culvert failure near Mile Point 17.3. Detour in place via US 50, CO 207, and CO 96. Read the Full Press Release...

Culvert Failure Prompts Closure of CO 71 Between Rocky Ford and Ordway

Rocky Ford, Colo. — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has implemented an extended closure of Colorado Highway 71 between Rocky Ford and Ordway following a culvert failure at Mile Point 17.3, near Impassable Ditch Road, earlier this morning.

CDOT maintenance crews responded promptly after being notified of the issue. Teams have been on site assessing the damage and directing traffic to ensure public safety.

Due to the extent of the failure and the need for repairs, CO 71 will remain closed in both directions until further notice.

Detour Information

Motorists traveling through the area are advised to use the following signed detour route:

US Highway 50

Colorado Highway 207

Colorado Highway 96

Local traffic will continue to have access to properties from either side of the closure point.

CDOT urges drivers to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and obey all posted signage and traffic control measures.

Updates on the closure and repair timeline will be provided as more information becomes available.

For the latest road conditions, visit COtrip.org or call 511.

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