Travel Information

COtrip – https://www.cotrip.org/home

Colorado Travel & Road Conditions (COtrip)

COtrip is Colorado’s official real-time traveler information system from CDOT.

• Interactive Map & List Views — Check live traffic speeds, road conditions, incidents, construction, and closures
• Live Traffic Cameras — Hundreds of statewide cameras (view in list or map)
• Winter Road Conditions & Chain Law Info
• Travel Alerts — Customizable notifications for your routes
• Trucker Mode — Resources specifically for commercial vehicles
• Mobile App — Download the COtrip Planner app for on-the-go access
• 511 Integration — Dial 511 or visit cotrip.org for quick info

Know Before You Go — Plan routes, check cameras, and stay updated on weather and restrictions.

Trucking / Commercial Vehicles

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Commercial Vehicles & Trucking – Colorado (CDOT)

This CDOT section provides essential information for commercial motor vehicle operators.

• Chain Law — Trucks must carry chains from September 1 to May 31 on I-70 between Morrison and Dotsero
• Oversize/Overweight Permits — Apply through the Colorado Oversize Overweight Permitting and Routing (COOPR) system
• Travel Information — Links to current highway conditions and COtrip
• Colorado State Patrol (CSP) — Motor Carrier Safety, enforcement, and in-state DOT numbers
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) — Registration, authority, and CDL information
• Additional Resources — Weather restrictions, construction, and commercial vehicle rules

Disclaimer This information is provided for informational purposes only and is sourced directly from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and COtrip. It is not intended as legal advice and does not replace official regulations or your specific permit requirements.

Always verify the most current rules, road conditions, chain law requirements, permit information, and restrictions directly with CDOT or through the COOPR system before operating any commercial or oversize/overweight vehicle. Conditions and requirements are subject to change, especially during winter or construction periods.