CDOT Announces Partial Reopening of US 50 Blue Mesa Middle Bridge for July 4 Holiday

Montrose, Gunnison, and Hinsdale Counties — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced the partial reopening of the US 50 Blue Mesa Middle Bridge starting at 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3. This reopening, timed ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, allows emergency vehicles and smaller passenger vehicles to cross the bridge, facilitating improved access and boosting local tourism.“CDOT anticipates delivering on our goal of opening the Blue Mesa Middle Bridge to limited traffic ahead of July 4,” said CDOT Executive Director Shoshana Lew. “We continue to work towards completing needed repairs ahead of winter. Over the holiday