CDOT Replaces Weigh-In-Motion Scales at Trinidad Weigh Station on I-25

Description: CDOT is replacing aging weigh-in-motion equipment at the Trinidad Weigh Station, causing daytime lane and shoulder closures on northbound I-25 near Exit 11 through July 24...

Improvement project at Trinidad Weigh Station this week

Trinidad — The Colorado Department of Transportation is replacing aging Weigh-In-Motion equipment at the Trinidad Weigh Station later this week. 

Single lane and shoulder closures should be expected on northbound Interstate 25 (mile 10.5) for approximately one-half mile, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 22 through Friday, July 24, allowing crews to relocate the existing cabinet, the mast arm pole and install new WIM scales.

WIM technology allows trucks to be weighed at highway speeds without requiring them to stop at a weigh station scale. Doing so significantly increases the number of trucks that can be weighed, improving traffic flow and road safety around each station. A WIM system also helps reduce emissions by eliminating idling and it protects the state’s bridges and road surfaces by quickly identifying overweight vehicles. 

Upon completion at Trinidad, the project shifts, sequentially, to the following weigh stations (sequence subject to change): 

• I-70 – Loma 
• I-25 – Monument
• US 50/287 – Lamar 
• I-70 – Dumont
• US 85 – Platteville (Complete)
• I-76 – Fort Morgan (Complete)
• I-70 – Limon (Finishing work/completion next week)

Work is expected to take approximately one to four weeks, depending on the specific project requirements at each weigh station. Additional information regarding traffic impacts will be distributed before work begins at each location. 

The project is scheduled for completion in fall 2026.

Fleetworthy is the project’s prime contractor.

Additional information: 

• Project webpage: www.codot.gov/projects/statewideweighinscales 
• Information hotline: 970-276-0464
• Email: coloradoroadwork@outlook.com 

Trinidad Weigh Station near Exit 11

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

• Road conditions and travel information: COtrip.org 
• Download the COtrip Planner app: bit.ly/COtripapp
• Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COnewsalerts
• See scheduled construction lane closures: bit.ly/laneclosures
• Connect with @ColoradoDOT on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

• Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
• Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.
• Watch for workers. Drive with caution.
• Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
• Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
• Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
• Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
• Be patient!

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