Commissioners approve crack sealing project for Clifton and Fruitvale roads

Mesa County Commissioners on Dec. 16 approved a $600,000 contract to complete crack sealing on designated paved roads in the Clifton and Fruitvale areas.

The work is part of the County’s annual contracted surface treatment program, which focuses on preserving existing roads and extending the life of pavement before more costly repairs are needed.

Crack sealing is a preventative maintenance technique that seals small cracks in pavement before water can seep in and cause further damage. Left untreated, cracks can grow into potholes and larger failures that are more expensive to fix. 

Crack sealing can be done as a stand-alone treatment or part of a multi-step treatment process. This contract will focus on crack sealing needed before the cape seal and slurry seal treatments, which will be contracted separately for placement next summer on the same streets in Clifton and Fruitvale.

In addition, Mesa County Road and Bridge crews will conduct crack seal operations with County crews in various parts of the County next year as part of the asphalt pavement preservation program.

Mesa County Public Works advertised the project in late October 2025. Five contractors submitted proposals, and Valley Pavement Maintenance, LLC was selected based on qualifications and cost.

The approved contract is for an amount not to exceed $600,000.

Work will focus on selected paved roads in the Clifton and Fruitvale areas. Specific locations and schedules will be shared as the project gets underway.

Residents may notice short-term impacts such as lane closures or traffic control during construction. These disruptions are temporary and help ensure safer, longer-lasting roads.

Public Works continues to prioritize preventative maintenance as a cost-effective way to care for Mesa County’s transportation system and keep roads in good condition for daily travel