Adams County, CO – Both eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 70 are closed just west of E-470 as authorities investigate a crash, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
The closure, announced Friday morning, affects a key commuter corridor in Adams County. Colorado State Patrol urged drivers to use alternate routes until further notice as crews work at the scene. Officials have not provided an estimated reopening time for the highway.
According to the agency, the closure is part of an active crash investigation, and travelers are advised to check COTrip.org for real-time updates and alternate routes. Traffic backups are expected throughout the morning near the affected area, and drivers should allow for extra travel time.
No details about injuries or vehicles involved have been released as of this update. Emergency crews remain on-site managing the investigation and clearing the roadway.
Motorists traveling between Denver and Aurora are encouraged to consider I-76 or local surface streets until I-70 reopens.
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