Crews install concrete girders for new bridge structure; overnight road closure on Purcell Boulevard

PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced Wednesday there will be a full overnight road closure on Purcell Boulevard at the US 50 intersection.

Starting on Tuesday, May 17, crews will be working on a new bridge structure by installing concrete girders.

The overnight road closure will be from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday nights.

Officials say drivers should expect to use US 50 ramps as alternative routes.

Drivers should plan ahead if they're using the intersection.

Crews may reschedule the construction based on weather or unexpected circumstances.