I-70 Road Conditions & Live Traffic Monitoring
CDOT Travel Links
Quick Reference
| Resource | Details |
|---|---|
| Official CDOT Resources | |
| CDOT Website | Official state travel information system |
| CDOT Twitter/X (@coloradodot) | Immediate closure updates and travel alerts |
| CDOT Road Conditions Map | Real-time highway status, closures, and delays across Colorado |
| Weather Stations | Monitor weather conditions affecting road travel |
| 511 Phone Automated Report Service | Call 511 from any phone in Colorado for automated road reports |
| Live Traffic Cameras | |
| Eisenhower Tunnel (East & West Portals) | High-altitude tunnel at 11,000+ ft; main route through the Rockies |
| Georgetown Hill | Steep grade with frequent chain-up requirements; drive cautiously in winter |
| Loveland Pass | Alternate route when Eisenhower Tunnel is closed; scenic but challenging drive |
| Vail Pass Summit | Mountain pass at 10,662 ft elevation; weather can affect travel |
| Glenwood Canyon | Prone to closures during rockfall season; check conditions before travel |
Frequently Asked Questions
I-70 experiences frequent winter closures, accidents, and weather delays that impact travel times. Checking conditions helps you plan departure times and avoid getting stranded. Fresh Tracks continuously monitors roads, so you don’t have to worry.
Visit COtrip.org for live CDOT cameras and real-time closure alerts. You can also call 511 for automated highway updates. Fresh Tracks Transportation includes road monitoring as part of our airport shuttle service.
Heavy snowfall, avalanche risk, and multi-vehicle accidents are the primary causes of closures. Eisenhower Tunnel closures also stop all traffic on I-70. CDOT closes highways when conditions become too dangerous for safe travel.
Our drivers monitor conditions before departure and have alternative route options. We communicate delays immediately and adjust schedules as needed. Safety always comes first – we never risk passenger wellbeing.
Yes, Fresh tracks Transportation all drivers receive extensive training in mountain and winter driving. They drive I-70 multiple times daily in 4WD vehicles, with chains and emergency equipment. Local expertise means safe travel even during challenging weather.
Friday afternoons westbound (3 pm-7 pm) and Sunday afternoons eastbound (2 pm-6 pm) see the heaviest traffic. Early morning and late evening typically have lighter conditions. Fresh Tracks offers multiple departure times to avoid peak congestion.
We rarely cancel service as our professional drivers handle difficult conditions safely. If CDOT closes I-70 road completely, we reschedule at no penalty. Your safety matters more than keeping schedules during dangerous weather.