By Chris Spears
DENVER (CBS4) – The Pitkin County Sheriff tweeted that C-DOT plans to close Independence Pass at 7 p.m. Friday night ahead of two weekend snowstorms.
READ MORE: Colorado Senators Pass COVID Relief Bill As State GOP Leaders Blast PassageThe 12-thousand foot pass is located on Highway 82 east of Aspen.
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Officials plan to reopen the roadway sometime Saturday morning if weather allows.
READ MORE: COVID In Colorado: National Jewish Administers Johnson & Johnson VaccineIndependence Pass historically closes for the season sometime during the early to mid part of November.
Meteorologist Chris Spears travels weekly in the CBS4 Mobile Weather Lab reporting about Colorado’s weather and climate. Check out his bio, connect with him on Facebook or follow him on Twitter @ChrisCBS4.
