CDOT will perform winter maintenance operations on US 550 Red Mountain Pass between Silverton and Ouray this morning starting at 8:00AM 
US 550 Red Mountain Pass
CDOT will perform winter maintenance operations on US 550 Red Mountain Pass between Silverton and Ouray this morning. Crews will close the highway at 8 a.m. Northbound travelers will encounter a closed gate near Red Mountain Pass summit (MP 80). Southbound travelers will encounter a closed gate just south of Ouray (MP 91). Do not attempt to bypass the closed gates.
Instructions:
Travelers can expect a lengthy closure for much of the morning. Visit cotrip.org for the latest information on road closures and conditions.
Travelers should also be aware that during the winter season, snow conditions may require additional maintenance work and safety closures at any time on many southwest Colorado highways.
Be prepared!
Address/Location
San Juan County OEM
1557 Greene St
Silverton, CO 81433
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 970-387-5531