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Traffic Signal Replacement Project Begins June 23 on US 50 and US 287 in Lamar CDOT to Upgrade Signals


Description: A map of the City of Lamar highlighting the intersections of US 50 (Main Street) and Maple Street, US 287 (Main Street) and Cedar Street, and US 287 (Main Street) and Savage Avenue where traffic signal replacements will occur... Traffic Signal Replacement Project Begins June 23 on US 50 and US 287 in Lamar CDOT to Upgrade Signals, Improve ADA Access at Key Intersections Through December...

US 50 and US 287 Traffic Signal Replacement Project in Lamar 

Work will begin June 23

Prowers County —  The Colorado Department of Transportation and its contract partner, Morton Electric, Inc., will begin a traffic signal replacement project on June 23 along US Highway 50 and US 287 in Lamar. Traffic signal replacement work will take place on a two-mile stretch of highway from Maple Street to Savage Avenue, mile point 435.1 on US 50 to MP 76.5 on US 287. The project will begin with test hole explorations and inspection of the existing conduit in June with signal replacement starting in September. The project is expected to be completed by the end of December.

The Lamar Traffic Signal Replacement project will upgrade the signals at three intersections in Lamar. The focus of the project is at the intersections of US 50 (Main Street) and Maple Street, US 287 (Main Street) and Cedar Street, and US 287 (Main Street) and Savage Avenue. The work includes replacement of the existing signal equipment, some minor ADA adjustments and the replacement of existing pavement markings. The traffic signal replacement will update the traffic signal infrastructure and implement ADA-compliant upgrades to the crosswalks.

Traffic Impacts 

Beginning June 23, motorists will encounter road work at intersections on US 50 and US 287 in Lamar ― US 50 (Main Street) and Maple Street, US 287 (Main Street) and Cedar Street, and US 287 (Main Street) and Savage Avenue. Traffic impacts will include:

  • Daytime work hours range from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with possible nighttime work for installation of the mast arms at each intersection.

  • Vehicles will be reduced to a single lane during various phases of the project.

  • Lane closures will have minimal delays.

Project Information 

For additional information about this project:

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:

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!