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⚠️ Update: Road Hazard Reported Between County Roads near Las Animas
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. A Waze user has indicated a potential road hazard located between County Road 6.25 and County Road 5.5, about four miles west of Las Animas at Mile Point 394. Local travelers are advised to proceed with caution in this area. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) was notified of the situation through an automatic report created by the Waze navigation app. However, CDOT has noted that they cannot guarantee the accuracy of this report. Drivers should stay vigilant and consider alternate routes if possible. The report was generated from a location on US 50, Riverdale, 5786, Bent County, CO 81054, United States.
🚧 Road Construction Update: Delays on Mile Point 398 in Las Animas
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Local travelers in Las Animas should prepare for delays due to road construction along the stretch between Oak Avenue and County Road F5, specifically at Mile Point 398. The construction work, which began today at 6:00 AM MDT, will lead to alternating traffic patterns and is expected to continue until approximately 6:00 PM MDT today, May 9th. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when transiting the affected area during these hours. Please plan your commute accordingly to avoid potential delays.
🚧 Traffic Advisory: Road Construction on US 50 in Bent County - Expect Delays
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Motorists planning to travel through Bent County should be prepared for delays due to road construction on US 50. Alternating traffic will be in effect between 4th Street and County Road 8.75 (Las Animas), from Mile Point 399 to Mile Point 397. The construction work is scheduled to commence tomorrow, starting at 6:00 AM MDT and will continue until approximately 6:00 PM MDT the same day. Drivers are advised to allow extra time for their commute and to exercise caution when navigating through the work zone. The schedule for this event is confined to May 3, from 6:00AM to 6:00PM. Residents and visitors should plan their travel accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
🚧 Update on Road Construction Along US 50 in Las Animas, CO 🚧
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Residents and commuters in Bent County should plan for potential traffic delays due to road construction work slated for May 3rd. The construction, set to place between Mile Point 399 and Mile Point 397 on US 50, will necessitate alternating traffic patterns. This will occur between 4th Street and County Road 8.75 near Las Animas. The scheduled maintenance will begin at 6:00 AM MDT and is expected to last until approximately 6:00 PM MDT on the same day. Motorists are advised to allow for extra travel time or seek alternative routes if possible to avoid delays.
🚧 Road Construction Update: Alternating Traffic Between Oak Avenue and County Road F5 in Las Animas
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Residents and commuters in Las Animas should prepare for upcoming road construction scheduled to affect traffic flow on Mile Point 398, between Oak Avenue and County Road F5. Beginning tomorrow, drivers should anticipate alternating traffic patterns starting at 6:00AM MDT and lasting until approximately 6:00PM MDT. This construction activity is part of a one-day event taking place on May 10th, spanning from early morning to evening. Motorists are advised to plan additional travel time and seek alternative routes if possible to avoid delays. Stay informed on the road conditions and obey all traffic control instructions for safety. Please be prepared for potential congestion and exercise caution when navigating through the construction zone.
🚧 Road Construction Update: Alternating Traffic on US 50 in Las Animas, CO
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Local commuters should be advised of a road construction event scheduled to impact traffic on US 50 in Las Animas, Colorado. The area affected spans from Mile Point 399 to Mile Point 397, situated between 4th Street and County Road 8.75. This construction activity is anticipated to commence tomorrow at 6:00 AM MDT and is expected to conclude by 6:00 PM MDT the same day. During this time, there will be alternating traffic patterns. Motorists are advised to plan for potential delays and to consider alternative routes if possible. The construction is part of a one-day event scheduled for April 25th, maintaining the aforementioned hours of operation. Please stay alert and adhere to all posted signage and instructions provided by traffic management personnel.
🚧 Traffic Advisory: Road Construction on US 50 in Bent County, Update
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Residents and travelers in Bent County should plan for disruptions in traffic flow along US 50 due to scheduled road construction. Beginning tomorrow at 6:00AM MDT, alternating traffic will be in effect between 4th Street and County Road 8.75 (Las Animas) from Mile Point 399 to Mile Point 397. The construction activities are expected to last until approximately 6:00PM MDT on the same day. Motorists are advised to account for potential delays in their travel plans and to exercise caution when driving through the construction zone. The full schedule for the construction is limited to April 25, starting at 6:00AM and concluding at 6:00PM. Stay informed on the latest updates and adjust your travel schedules accordingly.
🚧 Overnight Striping Operations Update on US 50 Near Las Animas and McClave, CO
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Local residents and motorists are advised that striping operations that have been in progress along US 50, from Mile Point 404.87 to Mile Point 426.71, between CO 183 (5 miles east of Las Animas) and US 287 (6 miles east of McClave), are scheduled to conclude today at approximately 5:00 AM MDT. The operations that began on April 22 at 8:00 PM have been part of ongoing maintenance efforts. Drivers are encouraged to be mindful of the work zone and should expect possible delays while the project wraps up in the early morning hours. Commuters who frequent this route are advised to plan accordingly for their morning commute to accommodate the potential impact.
🚧 Traffic Advisory: Striping Operations on US 50 Near Las Animas and McClave Scheduled for April 10
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Local motorists should be advised of upcoming striping operations scheduled to take place along US 50. The maintenance will occur between CO 183 (5 miles east of Las Animas) and US 287 (6 miles east of McClave), from Mile Point 404.87 to Mile Point 426.71. This one-day event is set to start tomorrow at 7:00 AM MDT and is expected to conclude by 7:00 PM MDT the same day. During this period, alternating traffic patterns will be implemented to accommodate the operations. Motorists are advised to plan their travel accordingly, expect delays, and obey all traffic signs and instructions from road crews. Drive safely and anticipate potential disruptions throughout the work zone.
🚧 Traffic Alert Update: US 50 Road Construction in Bent County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Attention travelers in Bent County! Upcoming road construction will impact traffic flow on US 50. The segment between 4th Street and County Road 8.75, from Mile Point 399 to Mile Point 397 in Las Animas, will enforce alternating traffic patterns due to construction activities. This update affects the area tomorrow, starting at 6:00 AM MDT and is expected to conclude by 6:00 PM MDT on April 19th. Road users are advised to plan for potential delays and consider alternate routes where available. Stay informed and travel safely.
⚠️ Traffic Alert: Road Construction Update on US 50 in Bent County, CO
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Local residents and commuters are advised of road construction activities scheduled to occur on US 50, between 4th Street and County Road 8.75 in Las Animas, from Mile Point 399 to Mile Point 397. The construction will prompt alternating traffic patterns and is expected to start tomorrow at 6:00 AM MDT and continue until approximately 6:00 PM MDT on the same day, April 18. Travelers should plan for potential delays, exercise caution, and consider alternative routes if possible during the construction period. The transportation department appreciates the public's patience and cooperation as they work to improve travel conditions on this busy stretch of highway in Bent County.
Rural community Las Animas fights for economic survival
By Kevin Strong, Writer/EditorTumbleweeds fill the front window of a storefront on 6th Avenue in Las Animas. Yes, it's staged, but the storefront--like many others--is vacant, in a town for which Colorado's economic boom seems to have passed by. While the front range continues to grow, many eastern Colorado rural communities struggle to survive."Not only do we not have many small businesses here, many of our businesses here are corporate businesses," says Grace Gardner, a fourth generation resident of Las Animas. "It's hard for people to sustain a living off of what little we have here."What little they have, they make...
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