The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) will begin a new technology project on September 29, which will bring fiber optic cable to Colorado Highway 66 and install traffic cameras along US Highway 36 between Lyons and Estes Park.
The contractor, Dillie and Kuhn, is responsible for installing the fiber optic cable from I-25 to Lyons. This infrastructure will support the new traffic cameras on US 36. In addition to supporting CDOT’s traffic equipment, the fiber optic network is expected to expand internet access for local communities and improve communication capabilities for emergency services.
During the installation of the fiber optic cable, travelers should expect shoulder closures along affected routes. After this phase is complete, crews will proceed with setting up the traffic cameras on US 36.
“CDOT cameras help get first responders to the scene faster since they are monitored by our Operation Centers 24 hours a day. The cameras also assist the public and our plows to understand road conditions before going out. Having the cameras along US 36 will be greatly beneficial as the canyon corridor has experienced flood, fire, strong winds and heavy snow over the years,” said CDOT Regional Transportation Director Heather Paddock.
The public can view live images from these traffic cameras through CDOT’s COtrip.org website or its app.
