US 160 Wolf Creek Pass set to close tomorrow while CDOT performs winter maintenance operations

Winter Travel Alert

March 15, 2023 - Southwestern Colorado - Maintenance crews will conduct operations Thursday morning between South Fork and Pagosa Springs

Southwest & South-Central Colorado ― US 160 Wolf Creek Pass between Pagosa and South Fork will close tomorrow morning at 6 a.m. while the Colorado Department of Transportation performs winter maintenance operations. Westbound traffic will be stopped just west of the ski area at the pass summit (MP 167) and eastbound traffic will be stopped near Treasure Falls (MP 157). Do not attempt to bypass the closed gates. Maintenance operations will last for much of the morning, the exact time of reopening the highway is not known.

The National Weather Service Grand Junction forecasts heavy snowfall throughout the southern San Juan Mountain range through Friday March, 17.
The National Weather Service Grand Junction forecasts heavy snowfall throughout the southern San Juan Mountain range through Friday March, 17.

The National Weather Service forecasts major winter storm impacts to include approximately 34 inches of snow accumulation on Wolf Creek through Friday. Additionally, wind gusts ranging just over 30mph are expected during the storm system. CDOT warns motorists of poor visibility and treacherous winter driving conditions. Travelers are encouraged to check weather forecasts at weather.gov and current road conditions at COtrip.org.

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: