Hazmats Must Bypass Denver During Democratic Convention

Truckers running hazardous materials will have to bypass the Denver area during the Democratic National Convention later this month, according to police officials.

The Colorado State Patrol and the Denver Police Department announced special routing for hazmat transporters during the convention, which runs from Aug. 23-30.

Hazardous materials will be restricted from downtown Denver, except for local pickup and delivery, according to the Colorado Motor Carriers Administration.

All truck drivers should expect delays if traveling through the Denver area during the convention, CMCA said.

The restrictions apply for traveling southbound on Interstate 25 from the junction with I-76 to the junction of I-225, and northbound from the I-225 junction to the junction with I-76.

Click here for details on the re-routing. (1-page PDF document.)