FAQs - Road & Bridge
Who maintains and plows highways and city streets?
State Highways : The Colorado Department of Transportation, (970) 385-1650
Durango City Streets: 970-375-4800
Town of Bayfield Streets: 970-884-9544
Town of Ignacio Streets: 970-563-9494
Block Party - Can I hold a?
Any citizen or group who wishes to close, use, or block a county road right-of-way for an event must first obtain approval from the County Road & Bridge Office. If a liquor license is required for the event you must contact the Liquor Licensing Clerk at (970)-382-6219 . The event itself may require a Temporary Use permit from the Planning Department as well. If the event will not use or block a road, you may still need to obtain Special Event or Temporary Use Permits. Read more »
Permits - Who do I contact about driveway, utility, oversize/overweight or special permits?
These permits are issued through the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department, (970) 382-6363.
Is a certain county road already adopted?
There are still available county roads to adopt; please visit http://www.co.laplata.co.us/departments_officials/public_works/road_bridge/adopt_a_road for availability.
Locate Utility Lines - Who do I call to have my utility lines marked?
Utility Notification Center of Colorado
If you are planning a home improvement, planting a tree, digging a fence CALL 811 BEFORE YOU DIG. Have your underground utility lines marked for free and prevent undesired consequences.
Suggestions on how to remove road paint from vehicles
The La Plata County Public Works Department generally uses environmentally friendly waterborne paint. The Department recommends that you take prompt action if you accidentally get road paint on your vehicle. The following instructions for removing road paint are suggested.
