As winter weather recedes and construction season begins, the El Paso County Department of Public Works is encouraging residents to use its online “Cone Zone Map” to stay informed about roadway projects that may affect travel.

Spring and summer are the busiest months for paving and other road projects across the county. While this work can create temporary delays, these improvements are essential to maintaining safe, reliable roads and extending the life of public infrastructure.

“Construction season is when we address winter damage, complete planned paving work, and advance long-term infrastructure improvements,” said Joshua Palmer, El Paso County Engineer. “Guided by our strategic planning and data-driven approach to measuring road conditions, the Cone Zone Map gives residents a clear picture of where County-led projects and permitted work are occurring so they can plan ahead and better understand the work taking place in their community.”

To help drivers navigate the delays, the Cone Zone Map was created. It provides a GIS-based view of:

• Active El Paso County Department of Public Works construction projects

• Active permits issued by the County for work occurring in the public right-of-way that may impact traffic

• Planned, current, and previous years’ paving, preservation, and capital improvement projects and studies

The map is updated as projects and permits move into active construction phases and is intended to help residents anticipate traffic impacts and plan routes accordingly. It complements project-specific notifications and other public outreach efforts.

Residents are encouraged to check the Cone Zone Map throughout construction season to stay informed about roadway activity in their area.

To view the Cone Zone Map, visit: https://epcdpw.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/972b351cd72f4343892e0f3944556117