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Winter Chain Laws — chains or traction devices required in season

Colorado

Highway Speed
75 mph
Urban Speed
65 mph
Truck Parking
Limited
Inspection Level
Very High

Speed Limits

Truck speed limits in Colorado: Highway 75 mph, Rural 75 mph, Urban 65 mph. Same as passenger vehicles on most routes. Left lane: Trucks banned from continuous left-lane travel on I-70 mountain corridor; $100 fine plus CDL points.

Winter & Chain Laws

Comprehensive chain law; CMVs over 16,000 lbs must carry chains Sept 1 - May 31; Traction Law and Chain Law on I-70 mountain corridor; fines up to $1,000 Construction: Heavy construction season April-November especially on mountain passes; pilot car requirements common.

Restricted Routes

I-70 mountain corridor has extensive truck restrictions; Eisenhower Tunnel has hazmat restrictions; steep grades require chain-up areas

Hours of Service & ELD

Standard federal HOS enforcement; CSP commercial vehicle units active ELD: Full federal ELD mandate compliance required.

Inspections & Enforcement

High; Colorado State Patrol aggressive on I-70 and I-25; weigh stations active Drug testing: Federal DOT drug testing requirements apply.

Parking Availability

Limited in mountain areas; adequate on eastern plains along I-76 and I-70 east

Official Source

For the most current trucking regulations in Colorado, visit the official enforcement page at https://csp.colorado.gov/commercial-vehicles.

Law last updated: 2025-08Row last reviewed: Apr 17, 2026

Trucking regulations change frequently. Always verify current rules with the official state DOT or highway patrol before operating. This guide is for informational purposes only. Data reflects regulations as of early 2026.