August 30th 2024.
On a sunny Friday afternoon in August 2024, the peaceful drive along U.S. 6 west of Golden was abruptly disrupted when a semitruck rolled over and blocked both directions of travel. This unexpected incident resulted in the closure of the highway in both directions between Colo. 93 and Colo. 119 in Clear Creek Canyon, according to state officials.
For many, U.S. 6 is not just a highway, but a vital link to the popular gambling towns of Black Hawk and Central City in Colorado. So it was no surprise that the news of the closure caused quite a stir among travelers. The first report of the rollover came in just before 1 p.m. to the Colorado State Patrol, as Trooper Sherri Mendez confirmed. Thankfully, no other vehicles were involved in the accident, but the driver did need to be transported to the hospital. As of now, the details of their condition remain unknown.
At 1:27 p.m., the Colorado Department of Transportation announced the closure on social media, alerting drivers to seek alternate routes. Those traveling east were diverted onto Colo. 93, while those heading west were rerouted onto Colo. 119, according to CDOT spokeswoman Tamara Rollison. However, the closure not only affected those directly involved but also caused disruptions on the rest of the highway system, particularly on Interstate 70. This comes at a particularly inconvenient time, with a busy holiday weekend ahead.
Rollison was unable to provide an estimated timeline for the reopening of U.S. 6 as the focus is currently on investigating the accident and cleaning up the wreckage. The Golden Fire Department and Jefferson County Sheriff's Office were also on the scene to assist with the situation.
In related news, there have been several other crashes and disasters causing disruptions on Colorado's highways, including a deadly truck crash on I-70 and a student pilot's crash landing on I-25 near Larkspur. In light of these incidents, the Colorado Department of Transportation is considering implementing slower speeds in work zones to ensure the safety of both drivers and construction workers. Additionally, a 12-year-old girl was struck by a truck on her way to middle school in Aurora, and a memorial ride is planned to honor a Boulder cyclist who was killed while training for the mountain bike world championships.
As the investigation and cleanup continue on U.S. 6, it is important for drivers to remain cautious and patient while traveling on Colorado's highways. Let us all hope for a swift resolution and safer roads ahead.
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