A modular home fell off a semi-truck on Friday morning, blocking both lanes of Colorado State Highway 62 [1].
The incident caused traffic disruptions in a remote region of San Miguel County, forcing a complete closure of a primary transit artery. Because the oversized load obstructed the entire roadway, emergency crews and transport teams coordinated a recovery operation to restore vehicle access.
The accident occurred at mile marker nine [1], located approximately 13 miles northwest of Telluride [1]. The pre-fab structure slid from the vehicle, leaving both lanes of the highway closed to all traffic [1], officials said.
Reports vary on the exact amount of the structure that fell. Some sources said a modular house fell off the truck [1], while others reported that only part or half of a modular home fell off the trailer [4].
Local authorities managed the scene throughout the day. One lane eventually opened to alternating traffic at approximately 1:45 p.m. [1]. This allowed vehicles to pass through the area while crews continued to clear the remaining debris, and secure the transport vehicle.
No injuries were reported in connection with the incident. The driver of the semi-truck was not identified in initial reports, and the cause of the load shift remains undetermined.
“A modular home fell off a semi-truck on Friday morning, blocking both lanes of Colorado State Highway 62.”
This incident highlights the logistical risks associated with transporting oversized pre-fabricated structures through mountainous terrain. The total blockage of Highway 62 demonstrates how a single transport failure in rural Colorado can isolate local communities and disrupt regional transit due to the lack of immediate detour options.
