Pitkin County Engineering/Road and Bridge

05/26/2026

05/09/2026

Watson Divide is now OPEN. We appreciate everyone’s patience during the weather-related delays in reopening.

Please drive with care and obey posted speed limits. Help keep your roads in good condition by avoiding tire spinning and excessive acceleration on dirt roads.

Dirt Road Driving Tips:
• Slow down- high speeds create washboarding and dust
• Avoid spinning tires when starting or climbing hills
• Increase following distance
• Drive smoothly and avoid sudden braking or acceleration
• Remember: moisture and weather can quickly change road conditions

Thank you for helping protect and maintain our county roads for everyone.

05/02/2026

04/22/2026

Please avoid Watson Divide as we start our spring and summer road work. These operations are performed annually to ensure the safety and comfort of our traveling public.

The Watson Divide Road will be closed to traffic from April 27 until May 7 for annual dust program work aimed at improving public safety and the environment.

04/21/2026

🚧 Road Closure Notice: Watson Divide 🚧

Watson Divide will be closed from April 27 through May 7 for road work.

During this time:

No access will be available from Highway 82 to Snowmass Creek
Please plan ahead and use an alternate route

Thank you for your patience while improvements are underway.

03/12/2026

Pitkin County Road & Bridge – Summer Operations Have Begun!

Our crews are officially kicking off summer operations across Pitkin County. Throughout the season you may see road maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects happening on county roads. We are working hard to keep our roads safe and in good condition, and your caution helps protect everyone on the road.

Please slow down and stay alert in work zones
Reduce speed in construction and maintenance areas
Watch for workers, equipment, and changing traffic patterns
Allow extra travel time when possible

Thank you for helping us keep our crews safe and our roads running smoothly!

03/06/2026

Winter hasn’t exactly felt like winter this year… but winter driving is still a thing!

As we move toward spring, changing temperatures can still create slick and unpredictable road conditions. Warm afternoons followed by freezing nights can quickly turn wet pavement into black ice, especially in the early morning and late evening.

Listen to some Safe Driving Tips from Dustin Wright - Pitkin County Road & Bridge Operations Supervisor:

Huge thanks to the hardworking road and bridge crews keeping our roads safe all winter long! 👏

🎥 Video produced by CALO Agencyhttps://calo.agency

01/07/2026

Road and Bridge crews are out cleaning up roads after the recent storm that brought 2–10 inches of snow across the county. This video highlights operator Brian Epps skillfully operating a motor grader to restore safe driving conditions. With more snowfall expected this week, drivers should slow down, maintain safe following distances, and never pass snow removal equipment.

Where in the county was this taken?

12/18/2025

Outstanding teamwork in action.
Following last night’s windstorm, Road & Bridge and the Aspen Fire Department responded to numerous calls across the county, removing numerous downed trees and reopening critical roadways.

This professional coordination between first responders and partner agencies highlights the strength of interagency teamwork and a shared commitment to keeping our community safe, accessible, and resilient. Thank you to all crews for their dedication and swift response.

12/07/2025

With the storm behind us, Road & Bridge crews are hard at work on cleanup. Thanks for your patience as we prepare for whatever comes next.